clamor
Translation
clamor, uproar, din
Examples
The clamor of the crowd was deafening.
The clamor of the crowd was deafening.
There was a public clamor for his resignation.
There was a public clamor for his resignation.
Grammar Patterns
((a)) clamor ((of sth.)) a loud and confused noise The clamor of the crowd was deafening.
((a)) clamor ((for sth.)) a strong public demand There was a public clamor for his resignation.
Similar Words
Synonyms: uproar, din, racket, outcry
Etymology
From Latin 'clamor' meaning 'a shout', from 'clamare' 'to cry out'.
Memory Tips
This is the American spelling; the British spelling is 'clamour'. Think of a loud 'claim' being made by many people.