noisier; noisiest
Synonyms of noisynext
1
: making noise
noisy trucks and buses
2
: full of or characterized by noise or clamor
a noisy office
a noisy scene
3
: noticeably showy, gaudy, or bright : conspicuous
a noisy sweater
noisily adverb
noisiness noun

Examples of noisy in a Sentence

The playground was filled with noisy children. His lawnmower is very noisy.
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There are some tantalizing hints, but the data are just too noisy to draw any firm conclusions. Tim Folger, Scientific American, 16 Mar. 2026 The dinner was noisy, the air filled with the men’s yells for more food. Literary Hub, 16 Mar. 2026 That way, their songs can be carried farther to potential mates, without the noisy interruption of a howling wind. Sheryl De Vore, Chicago Tribune, 16 Mar. 2026 If a chat turns noisy, start by naming your priority, then direct the proceedings confidently while leaving room for others’ ideas. Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 14 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for noisy

Word History

First Known Use

1675, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of noisy was in 1675

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“Noisy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/noisy. Accessed 20 Mar. 2026.

Kids Definition

noisy

adjective
noisier; noisiest
1
: making noise
2
: full of or characterized by noise
a noisy street
noisily adverb
noisiness noun

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