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Loud

UK /["/laʊd/"]/US /["/laʊd/"]/

Definition

making a lot of noise

In simple words: Making a lot of noise or strong sounds.

Examples

  • The music was so loud that I could hardly hear myself think.
  • Please don't be so loud when you're in the library.
  • Her loud laughter filled the room with joy.
  • They shouted loudly to be heard over the crowd.
  • He had a loud voice that could be heard from across the street.

Usage notes

Use 'loud' to describe sounds that are strong and can be heard easily. It's appropriate in both casual and formal contexts, but avoid using it to describe people in a negative context.

Grammar pattern

loud + noun

Memory hint

Think of 'loud' like a 'loud speaker' that amplifies sound.

Collocations

  • be
  • sound
  • turn something up
  • extremely
  • fairly
  • very
  • loud and clear
  • be
  • sound
  • turn something up
  • extremely
  • fairly
  • very
  • loud and clear

Synonyms

  • noisy
  • boisterous
  • clamorous
  • rambunctious
  • thundering

Antonyms

  • quiet
  • soft
  • silent

Common mistakes

  • 'Loud' is sometimes confused with 'louder', the comparative form.
  • Some learners incorrectly use 'loud' with abstract nouns like feelings.
  • Mixing up 'loud' with 'noisy', which can have a negative connotation.