Definition

Loud and disruptive, often causing a disturbance or commotion.

Example

The rackety children played in the park, making it hard for anyone to concentrate.

Conversation

Did you hear that rackety noise coming from the street?

Yeah, it sounded like a bunch of kids playing loud music.

I can't believe how rackety it gets around here sometimes.

Right? I wish they would keep it down a bit!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'rackety' originates from the dialectal term 'rack' (meaning to move or cause to move in a way that is noisy or disorderly) combined with the suffix '-ety' (indicating a state or condition). Thus, 'rackety' describes a state of being noisy or disorderly.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'rack' as causing a noisy movement, and the '-ety' suffix indicating a state. This helps you remember that 'rackety' means being in a noisy or disorderly state.

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