Vociferous — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective /vō-ˈsi-f(ə-)rəs/ vo·cif·er·ous

Meaning & Definition of Vociferous

Vociferous (adjective)

  1. marked by or given to vehement insistent outcry

Vociferous (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. engaging in or marked by loud and insistent cries especially of protest

    "vociferous opponents of the bill protested angrily outside the chambers of the legislature"

    similar: blatant, caterwauling, clamant, clamorous, obstreperous, squawking, vociferant, vociferating, yawping, yowling
    related: clangorous, dinning, discordant, noisy, loudmouthed, outspoken, vocal, boisterous, rackety, raucous, robustious, rowdy, uproarious, cacophonous, dissonant, earsplitting, grating, shrill, strident, blaring, blustering, booming, brassy, brazen
    near: noiseless, quiet, silent, soundless, still, calm, hushed, subdued

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Vociferous

The most common words with a similar meaning to Vociferous:

blatant, caterwauling, clamant, clamorous, obstreperous, squawking, vociferant, vociferating, yawping, yowling

Related Words for Vociferous

clangorous, dinning, discordant, noisy, loudmouthed, outspoken, vocal, boisterous, rackety, raucous, robustious, rowdy, uproarious, cacophonous, dissonant, earsplitting, grating, shrill, strident, blaring, blustering, booming, brassy, brazen

Near Antonyms of Vociferous

noiseless, quiet, silent, soundless, still, calm, hushed, subdued

Word Forms of Vociferous

Derived words: vociferously (adverb), vociferousness (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Vociferous

Latin vōciferārī "to utter with a loud voice, shout, yell" + -ous vociferate

First known use: 1700

Frequently Asked Questions about Vociferous

What does "Vociferous" mean?

"Vociferous" means marked by or given to vehement insistent outcry. As an adjective, it is defined as: marked by or given to vehement insistent outcry.

What is another word for "Vociferous"?

Other words for "Vociferous" include blatant, caterwauling, clamant, clamorous, obstreperous, squawking, vociferant and vociferating. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Vociferous" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Vociferous"?

There are 34 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Vociferous". Common alternatives include blatant, caterwauling, clamant, clamorous, obstreperous, squawking, vociferant, vociferating, yawping and yowling.

How do you use "Vociferous" in a sentence?

Examples of "Vociferous" in a sentence: "vociferous opponents of the bill protested angrily outside the chambers of the legislature".

Is "Vociferous" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Vociferous" is an adjective.

How do you pronounce "Vociferous"?

"Vociferous" is pronounced /vō-ˈsi-f(ə-)rəs/ and divided into syllables as vo·cif·er·ous.

What is the origin of the word "Vociferous"?

"Vociferous" comes from Latin vōciferārī "to utter with a loud voice, shout, yell" + -ous vociferate. First known use: 1700.

What is another word for "Vociferous" meaning "engaging in or marked by loud and insistent cries especially of protest"?

When "Vociferous" (adjective) means engaging in or marked by loud and insistent cries especially of protest, synonyms include blatant, caterwauling, clamant, clamorous, obstreperous and squawking.