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clamorous

cla·mo·rous

US/ˈklæməɹəs/ uncommon

adjective

1.

conspicuously and offensively loud; given to vehement outcry

  • “blatant radios”
  • “a clamorous uproar”
  • “strident demands”
  • “a vociferous mob”

Origin

From clamor + -ous; compare Latin clāmōrōsus and French clamoreux (obsolete), from Latin clāmōrem.

Phrases

  • clamorous reed warbler

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