raucous
2 synonyms and 1 antonym for raucous, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adjective — Harsh-sounding, loud, and rough, especially of a voice or laughter.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use raucous
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
raucous laughter
raucous crowd
raucous cheer
Etymology
Borrowed from Latin raucus, meaning "hoarse" or "husky."
Full origin of raucous →Frequently asked questions
What does “raucous” mean?
The word “raucous” means harsh-sounding, loud, and rough, especially of a voice or laughter. In plain terms, loud, rowdy, and harsh — describing noisy laughter, crowds, or parties.
How do you pronounce “raucous”?
“Raucous” is pronounced RAW-kuhs (/ˈɹɔkəs/ in IPA).
How do you use “raucous” in a sentence?
Here is “raucous” used in a sentence: “A raucous cheer went up when the home team scored.”
What part of speech is “raucous”?
“Raucous” is an adjective.
Where does the word “raucous” come from?
The word “raucous” comes from Latin. Borrowed from Latin raucus, meaning "hoarse" or "husky.".
