adj
vociferous
Vociferous (adj) means Loud and forceful in making a noise or complaint.
adj
1
Loud and forceful in making a noise or complaint.
"Hearts' threat had not evaporated, though, and Templeton fired a yard over the bar before the home fans and players made vociferous handball claims against Jamie Carragher, which were ignored by referee Florian Meyer."
— Alasdair Lamont, Hearts 0-1 Liverpool (2012)
"They crowded around him with vociferous welcome, Brown leading in a series of wild cheers."
— Ralph Connor (1909)
2
Expressing your opinions loudly and forcefully.
"Not even the most vociferous advocates of reform were willing to go to such lengths."
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Etymology
Formed from Latin vōcifer and -ous.
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What is the meaning of vociferous?
"vociferous" (adj) means loud and forceful in making a noise or complaint.
What is another word for vociferous?
Other words for "vociferous" include blatant, strident, clamorous, clamant.
What is the opposite of vociferous?
The opposite of "vociferous" is quiet.
What are the different meanings of vociferous?
"vociferous" has 2 main meanings: 1. Loud and forceful in making a noise or complaint; 2. Expressing your opinions loudly and forcefully.
