as in boisterous
being rough or noisy in a high-spirited way
a rowdy but good-natured group of teenagers
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as in thug
a violent, brutal person who is often a member of an organized gang
rowdies had overtaken the neighborhood and were threatening people on the street
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Recent Examples of rowdy
Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 1 May 2026
But when the king talked about his Christian faith, GOP lawmakers were rowdier than Democrats, many of whom offered tepid applause.
—Kimi Robinson, USA Today, 29 Apr. 2026
While the bash attracts thousands of rowdy revelers, this year's party saw a significant law enforcement presence up and down the shores after previous events led to numerous arrests.
—Julia Bonavita, FOXNews.com, 27 Apr. 2026
Properties with multiple buildings or separate guesthouses are perfect for grandparents who might want more peace and quiet or teenagers who want to be rowdier, according to Red Savannah.
—Jessica Puckett, Boston Herald, 26 Apr. 2026
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Adjective
The Knicks shot 18-of-26 in the first quarter — much to the delight of a rowdy, sizable contingent of New York fans that made its presence felt more and more as the game got out of hand.
—Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 1 May 2026
But when the king talked about his Christian faith, GOP lawmakers were rowdier than Democrats, many of whom offered tepid applause.
—Kimi Robinson, USA Today, 29 Apr. 2026
While the bash attracts thousands of rowdy revelers, this year's party saw a significant law enforcement presence up and down the shores after previous events led to numerous arrests.
—Julia Bonavita, FOXNews.com, 27 Apr. 2026
Properties with multiple buildings or separate guesthouses are perfect for grandparents who might want more peace and quiet or teenagers who want to be rowdier, according to Red Savannah.
—Jessica Puckett, Boston Herald, 26 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for rowdy
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Known for his boisterous tone, wonky catchphrases and punny home run calls, Sterling, who was nominated to the National Baseball Hall of Fame, dealt with various health issues over the past few years.—
Gary Phillips,
New York Daily News,
4 May 2026
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The boisterous crowds during the sumo watch parties.—
Joe Nguyen,
Denver Post,
4 May 2026
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Cabello, once Maduro's chief thug, can now be seen sitting across from high level Trump officials in meetings discussing business deals.—
Margaret Brennan,
CBS News,
30 Apr. 2026
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He’s beaten by thugs with a crowbar for an unfortunate outburst, exploited by neighbors in the council estate and arrested, all because people don’t understand Tourette syndrome.—
Katie Walsh,
Boston Herald,
24 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The top candidates in California’s wide-open race for governor took the stage Wednesday night in a Los Angeles debate that began politely but quickly devolved into another raucous clash.—
Seema Mehta,
Los Angeles Times,
7 May 2026
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The 3-year-old bay thoroughbred colt sent DeVaux and the rest of the owner’s box into a raucous affair as one can surely understand.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
6 May 2026
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However, Connecticut Citizens Defense League President Holly Sullivan told Fox News Digital that statewide Democrats chose to go after law-abiding citizens instead of criminals by passing this piece of legislation.—
Adam Sabes,
FOXNews.com,
9 May 2026
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Immigration policy is destroying the lives of families, not criminals.—
Kinsey Crowley,
USA Today,
8 May 2026
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Fortunately God gave her a rambunctious voice and unwavering confidence.—
Ilana Frost,
PEOPLE,
11 May 2026
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The rambunctious anniversary parties.—
Joe Nguyen,
Denver Post,
4 May 2026
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The Bookie & The Bruiser is set in 1959 New York City and features a pensive Jewish fellow named Rivner (James) and an oversized Italian-American tough named Boscolo (Vaughn).—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
4 May 2026
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The gangland drama is deeper and darker than the domestic one, strengthened by the unexpected portrayal of the Russian toughs as bumbling in their own way.—
Sheldon Pearce,
New Yorker,
24 Apr. 2026
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Frying is an art, perhaps plied nowhere with such efficiency and aplomb as at this lively lunch counter, where the very air seems to crackle and the scent of pork incites the blood.—
Ligaya Mishan,
New York Times,
11 May 2026
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Lochte, 41, was one of the faces of swimming during the heights of his career, with major sponsorships, endorsements and appearances on TV shows displaying his lively personality.—
PJ Green,
Kansas City Star,
11 May 2026
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Magana’s wife, who was inside at the time, said the exchange sounded like a gangster movie.—
Eleanor Nash
Updated May 3,
Kansas City Star,
3 May 2026
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Cogan made a similar decision in 2011, disqualifying him from representing Colombo gangster Dino Saracino — who was acquitted of the murder of off-duty NYPD cop Ralph Dols but convicted of racketeering.—
John Annese,
New York Daily News,
29 Apr. 2026
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“Rowdy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rowdy. Accessed 13 May. 2026.
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