thunderous

thun·der·ous

adj \ˈthən-d(ə-)rəs\

Definition of THUNDEROUS

1

a : producing thunder b : making or accompanied by a noise like thunder <thunderous applause>

2

: thundering

— thun·der·ous·ly adverb

Examples of THUNDEROUS

1. The audience responded with thunderous applause.
2. <the last thunderous chord of the symphony rang throughout the hall>

First Known Use of THUNDEROUS

1582

Related to THUNDEROUS

Synonyms: blaring, blasting, booming, clamorous, clangorous, deafening, earsplitting, piercing, plangent, resounding, ringing, roaring, slam-bang, sonorous, stentorian, thundering, loud

Antonyms: gentle, low, soft

Related Words: brazen, dinning, discordant, noisy, obstreperous, raucous, rip-roaring, vociferous; grating, harsh, overloud, sharp, shrill, squealing, strident

Near Antonyms: dead, quiet, silent, still, stilly, ultraquiet; calm, dreamy, peaceful, restful, serene, soothing, tranquil; hushed, muffled, muted, softened, toned (down)

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Rhymes with THUNDEROUS

wondrous