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How does the adjective loud contrast with its synonyms?
Some common synonyms of loud are earsplitting, raucous, stentorian, and strident. While all these words mean "marked by intensity or volume of sound," loud applies to any volume above normal and may suggest undue vehemence or obtrusiveness.
When can earsplitting be used instead of loud?
In some situations, the words earsplitting and loud are roughly equivalent. However, earsplitting implies loudness that is physically discomforting.
When is it sensible to use raucous instead of loud?
The synonyms raucous and loud are sometimes interchangeable, but raucous implies a loud harsh grating tone, especially of voice, and may suggest rowdiness.
In what contexts can stentorian take the place of loud?
The meanings of stentorian and loud largely overlap; however, stentorian implies great power and range.
Where would strident be a reasonable alternative to loud?
Although the words strident and loud have much in common, strident implies a rasping discordant but insistent quality, especially of voice.
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“Loud.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/loud. Accessed 18 Apr. 2024.
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