Definition

The quality of making a loud and noisy commotion or outcry.

Example

The clamorousness of the crowd made it hard to hear the speaker.

Conversation

Have you noticed the clamorousness at the concert last night?

Yeah, it was so loud I could barely hear the music!

I thought it was a bit overwhelming at times, to be honest.

Definitely! But it also made the atmosphere really exciting.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Clamorousness → It is formed from "clamor" (from Latin "clamor", meaning a shout or cry) and "-ous" (meaning full of) and "-ness" (meaning a state or quality). The word "clamorousness" refers to the state of being full of loud shouting or noise.

Memory Tip

Think of 'clamor' as a loud 'shout' and remember that 'clamorousness' means the quality of being full of loud noise.

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