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clamorous

clamorous / clamorous
Adjective
comp: more clamoroussup: most clamorous

This term describes a specific type of noise that is not just loud, but chaotic and insistent. It evokes an image of overlapping voices or sounds that create a sense of urgency or disorder, often associated with crowds or protests. While "noisy" is a neutral descriptor, "clamorous" suggests a disruptive quality that demands immediate attention. When used to describe a request or demand, the word shifts from a literal sound to a figurative insistence. It implies a collective or aggressive yearning, where the desire is expressed through vocal persistence. This usage is common in political or social contexts, such as describing a public outcry for reform or a desperate plea for help.

Meanings

Adjectiveclamorous

Making a loud and confused noise.

"The clamorous crowd cheered as the team entered the stadium."

Adjectiveclamorous

Demanding something loudly and insistently.

"The workers were clamorous for better wages and safer working conditions."

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