boisterous
Translation
boisterous, rowdy, lively
Examples
The children were boisterous and loud.
The children were boisterous and loud.
It was a boisterous party.
It was a boisterous party.
Grammar Patterns
a boisterous ((noun)) noisy and energetic The bar was filled with boisterous laughter.
((be)) boisterous to be noisy and energetic The crowd was boisterous.
Similar Words
Synonyms: rowdy, unruly, rambunctious; Antonyms: quiet, calm, restrained
Etymology
From Middle English 'boistous', meaning crude or clumsy. Its earlier origin is unknown.
Memory Tips
Think of 'boys' being 'boisterous'. Picture a group of noisy, energetic boys playing.