adj
boisterous
BOYS-tuh-ruhs
adj
1
Loud, energetic, and a bit rowdy; full of noisy enthusiasm.
"The kids got boisterous the moment the party started."
"A boisterous crowd cheered every goal."
2
Violent or turbulent, especially describing weather.
"Boisterous seas kept the ferry in port all day."
How to Use Boisterous
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishLoud, high-energy, and a little out of control — used for people, parties, or rough weather.
Common pairings
boisterous crowd
boisterous laughter
boisterous weather
Word Forms
more boisterous comparative, most boisterous superlative
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Etymology
From Middle English boistous, "rough" or "crude" — its exact origin before that is uncertain, though it may trace back to an Old French word for something rough or uneven.