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vociferous

adjectiveHigh-frequency wordMore V words

expressing opinions loudly and forcefully

Word origin: From Latin vox, voice, plus ferre, to carry.

In a sentence

Vociferous in a sentence

Here are example sentences showing vociferous in a sentence.

The proposal met with vociferous opposition from local residents.

Vociferous critics packed the hearing, drowning out the few speakers who supported the ordinance.

Synonyms
clamorousloudstridentoutspoken
Antonyms
Usage & nuance

Using “vociferous” well

Vociferous means expressing opinions loudly and forcefully, emphasizing volume and insistence rather than mere talkativeness. It is the opposite of quiet or reticent.

Common questions

Questions about “vociferous

Vociferous (adjective) means expressing opinions loudly and forcefully
Here is vociferous used in an example sentence: "The proposal met with vociferous opposition from local residents." Another example: "Vociferous critics packed the hearing, drowning out the few speakers who supported the ordinance."
Common synonyms for vociferous include clamorous, loud, strident, outspoken.
Antonyms of vociferous include quiet, reticent.
Clusters with clamorous, loud, and strident in Sentence Equivalence. Its antonyms quiet and reticent mark the contrasting choice.
Yes. Vociferous is a high-frequency GRE word, so it is worth prioritising as you build your vocabulary.

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