Synonyms for

Noisy

Verb / ˈnɔɪzi: / Another word for noisy — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

making a lot of noise

Synonyms & similar words

quiet loud boisterous clamorous rowdy raucous vociferous blaring ear-splitting thunderous cacophonous discordant harsh jarring piercing shrill screeching squealing yelling shouting uproarious

Synonyms by register

Formal

loud clamorous uproarious vociferous

Informal

loud boisterous raucous rowdy

Literary

cacophonous dinful racketous

Antonyms

quiet silent hushed peaceful calm still noiseless

Common collocations

  • noisy environment
  • noisy neighbors
  • noisy children
  • noisy machine
  • noisy protest
  • noisy party
  • noisy street

Word family

noun noise
adjective noisy
adverb noisily

Usage note

While 'noisy' often implies unpleasant sound, it can also simply mean full of sound. Be mindful of context to avoid unintended negative connotations.

Example sentences

  1. The neighbors were having a noisy party until late at night.
  2. The construction workers were making a lot of noisy sounds with their tools.
  3. The children were playing a noisy game of tag in the park.
  4. The music at the concert was so noisy that it hurt my ears.
  5. The thunderstorm was very noisy with all the lightning and thunder.

Quotes

  • The noisy world of words is a world where meaning is lost at both ends.
  • Love isn't always beautiful, especially when it's noisy.
  • Silence is the perfect noise, and all other noises are imperfect silences.

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