VOCIFERANT Synonyms: 43 Similar and Opposite Words

vociferant

adjective

vō-ˈsi-fə-rənt

Definition of vociferant

as in vocal

engaging in or marked by loud and insistent cries especially of protest a lawyer known for his vociferant theatrics in the courtroom

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Together, Clancy’s vocal, physical and written messages offered key insights into her perspective in the second week of her trial on three counts of murder in the killings of her children Cora, 5; Dawson, 3; and Callan, 8 months.

— Andi Babineau, CNN Money, 8 Aug. 2026
Elevating other leaders that are on our team to be more vocal out there.

— Aaron Heisen, Daily News, 8 Aug. 2026

Definition of vocal

Adjective

Burry has been among Wall Street’s most outspoken skeptics of the artificial intelligence boom, arguing that demand for AI infrastructure is being fueled by financing arrangements that may prove unsustainable.

— Anniek Bao, CNBC, 6 Aug. 2026
There is outspoken criticism within Israel as well as around the world.

— Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 5 Aug. 2026

Definition of outspoken

Adjective

This blatant fealty over objectivity perverts the process by choosing personal loyalists instead of independent public servants.

— Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 6 Aug. 2026
New assistant coach Alice Chilton is a blatant remodeling of Roy Kent — a brusque ex-soccer player who’s reluctant to engage with Ted’s tomfoolery or personal prodding — but Tanya Reynolds’ performance is equal turns wounded and witty.

— Ben Travers, IndieWire, 5 Aug. 2026

Definition of blatant

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Follow the idea that opens the room, not the one that makes everything noisier.

— Tarot.com, Chicago Tribune, 7 Aug. 2026
Bose Bluetooth Headphones Deal Bose QuietComfort headphones deliver legendary noise cancellation, allowing students to effortlessly block out noisy study halls or loud dorm rooms.

— Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 7 Aug. 2026

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