boisterous
Pronunciation
Adjective
B1 Intermediate
Quick answer
Noisy, energetic, and full of high spirits, sometimes to the point of being unruly.
Synonyms and antonyms
Usage notes
"Boisterous" usually carries a positive or neutral tone, describing lively fun rather than genuinely troublesome behavior.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "The _____ crowd cheered loudly every time their team scored."
Answer: boisterous
In your own words, what does "boisterous" mean?
Noisy, energetic, and full of high spirits, sometimes to the point of being unruly.
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