Definition

In a lively and noisy way, often causing trouble or excitement.

Example

The children played rumbustiously in the park, laughing and shouting.

Conversation

Did you see how the kids were playing in the park yesterday?

Yeah, they were running around so rumbustiously!

It was fun to watch them let loose like that.

Absolutely, it reminded me of our childhood days.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Rumbustiously → It is derived from the word 'rumbustious' (of uncertain origin, possibly from a combination of 'rumbust' and the suffix '-ious'). The term 'rumbust' is thought to be a dialectal variant of 'rumbustious', meaning boisterous or unruly. The suffix '-ious' indicates a quality or state. Therefore, 'rumbustiously' describes an action done in a boisterous or unruly manner.

Memory Tip

Think of 'rumbustious' as describing someone who is full of energy and unruliness, and the '-ious' ending helps you remember that it relates to a quality of being lively and chaotic.

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