loud (A1)

adjective

Pronunciation: /laʊd/

Definition

Producing or capable of producing much noise; easily audible.

Examples

• The alarm clock was incredibly loud.

• He has a loud voice that carries across the room.

• Turn the music down, it's too loud!

How to Use loud

loudly (adverb)

In a loud manner. — "She laughed loudly at the joke."

loud and clear (idiom)

Very easy to hear or understand. — "The message came through loud and clear."

Synonyms of loud

Words with a similar meaning to loud:

• noisy
• booming
• vociferous
• blaring
• ear-splitting

Antonyms of loud

Words with the opposite meaning to loud:

• quiet
• soft
• subdued

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