Definition

In a way that makes a loud, rattling noise, often associated with objects hitting each other.

Example

The dishes fell clatteringly to the floor, creating a loud noise.

Conversation

Did you hear that noise coming from the kitchen?

Yeah, it sounded really clatteringly loud!

I wonder if something fell off the counter again.

I hope nothing broke this time!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Clatteringly is formed from "clatter" (from Middle English *clatren*, meaning to make a loud noise) and the suffix "-ingly" (meaning in a manner of). The word describes an action done in a noisy or clattering manner.

Memory Tip

Think of the loud noise made when things collide or fall — that's what 'clatter' means, and the '-ingly' shows how it's done, making it clatteringly noisy.

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