boisterous

boisterous [adjective]: rough and noisy in behavior or speech.

Example: The new teacher had a hard time controlling the boisterous children.

Related words: boisterously [adverb], boisterousness [noun]

Synonyms: brawling, clamorous, disorderly, obstreperous, rambunctious, raucous, riotous, rowdy, tumultuous, unruly, uproarious, vociferous, wild

Antonyms: calm, quiet, placid, restrained, serene, silent, tranquil

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Category: Vocabulary words

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