clamor
8 synonyms and 2 antonyms for clamor, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A loud outcry or noisy demand, often from a crowd.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Synonyms by Meaning
1. noun
A loud outcry or noisy demand, often from a crowd.
“There was a public clamor for the resignation of the minister.”
Opposites
2. verb
To demand something loudly and persistently.
“Fans clamored for the band to play one more song.”
How to use clamor
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
clamor for change
public clamor
Etymology
From Old French clamour, from Latin clāmor ("a shout, cry"), from clāmāre ("to cry out").
Full origin of clamor →Frequently asked questions
What does “clamor” mean?
The word “clamor” means a loud outcry or noisy demand, often from a crowd. In plain terms, a loud, insistent noise or demand, often from many people at once.
How do you pronounce “clamor”?
“Clamor” is pronounced KLAM-uh (/ˈklæm.ɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “clamor” in a sentence?
Here is “clamor” used in a sentence: “There was a public clamor for the resignation of the minister.”
What part of speech is “clamor”?
Depending on how it is used, “clamor” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “clamor” come from?
The word “clamor” comes from Latin. From Old French clamour, from Latin clāmor ("a shout, cry"), from clāmāre ("to cry out").
How many meanings does “clamor” have?
“Clamor” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a loud outcry or noisy demand, often from a crowd.
