Meaning of the word loud in English

What does loud mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

loud

US /laʊd/

UK /laʊd/

producing or capable of producing much noise

Example:

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The music was too loud.

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He has a very loud voice.

Synonym:

noisy blaring deafening booming thundering

Antonym:

quiet soft low

attracting attention or criticism by being excessively bright or showy

Example:

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She wore a rather loud dress to the party.

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The wallpaper was a bit too loud for my taste.

Synonym:

garish flashy gaudy showy ostentatious

Antonym:

subtle muted understated

in a loud manner; with a loud sound

Example:

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Please don't talk so loud.

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He shouted loud for help.

Synonym:

loudly noisily vociferously resoundingly

Antonym:

quietly softly lowly

Related Word:

loud and clear for crying out loud