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Meaning of raucous
The primary meaning of "raucous" is relating to a loud, harsh, and unpleasant sound.
Etymology of raucous
The word "raucous" has its roots in the Latin word "raucus," meaning hoarse or rough, and entered the English language in the 17th century, initially used to describe rough or harsh sounds, and later expanded to include other meanings related to loud and unpleasant noises.
Synonyms
loud
boisterous
rowdy
unruly
rough
coarse
harsh
grating
strident
cacophonous
discordant
clamorous
vociferous
riotous
turbulent
unrefined
crude
brash
blatant
blaring
ear-splitting
deafening
thunderous
sonorous
resonant
piercing
shrill
raunchy
off-color
ribald
bawdy
lewd
Definitions
- Having or making a loud, harsh, and unpleasant sound
- * (of laughter or a voice) loud and rough, often in a way that is unpleasant or uncontrolled
Usage Examples
- The raucous laughter of the crowd filled the room.
- * The raucous sound of the car alarm was deafening.
- * The comedian's raucous jokes offended some members of the audience.