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Meaning of clamor
a loud and intense expression of emotion or demand
Etymology of clamor
The word "clamor" comes from the Latin "clamor", meaning "a shouting" or "an outcry", which is derived from the verb "clamare", meaning "to shout" or "to cry out"
The word has been used in English since the 15th century to describe a loud and intense expression of emotion or demand
Synonyms
outcry
uproar
commotion
protest
shout
din
noise
tumult
hubbub
racket
chaos
disturbance
turmoil
bedlam
pandemonium
ruckus
clamoring
yell
scream
wail
lament
complaint
grievance
objection
dissent
disapproval
discontent
unrest
agitation
ferment
outburst
explosion
eruption
blast
blare
boom
bang
crash
cacophony
discord
dissonance
strife
conflict
clash
turmoil
upheaval
revolution
riot
rebellion
insurrection
mutiny
Definitions
- A loud and intense expression of emotion or demand, typically one that is repeated or prolonged
- * A vehement or urgent outcry, protest, or demand, often expressed by a group of people
Usage Examples
- The crowd erupted into a clamor of cheers and applause when the concert started
- * The government faced a clamor of criticism for its handling of the crisis
- * The protesters' clamor for justice was heard loud and clear by the authorities
Antonyms
silence
quiet
stillness
calm
peace
serenity
tranquility
hush
murmur
whisper
subdued
muted
restrained
reserved
taciturn
reticent
uncommunicative
inaudible
imperceptible
faint
soft
gentle
soothing
lulling
pacifying
mollifying
appeasing
conciliatory
diplomatic
tactful