boisterous
/ˈbɔɪstəɹəs/
Group 11Difficulty 1/3
Definition
- (adjective)
- Noisy, energetic, and cheerful; rowdy GRE
Example in Context
The boisterous celebration that erupted in the streets after the election results were announced could be heard for blocks.
Synonyms
rowdyloudlively
Etymology
Full of rough, noisy energy.
- boist (Middle English) — rough
- -rous (Latin) — full of
Memory Aid
🎉Sounds like “boisterous”
Imagine a BOY screaming at a party — he’s so BOISTEROUS, he knocks over the cake!
Visual Association
🎊A wild birthday party with children jumping, shouting, and throwing confetti everywhere.
Semantic Clusters
Synonym Groups
Frequently Asked Questions
What does “boisterous” mean on the GRE?
boisterous (adjective) means “Noisy, energetic, and cheerful; rowdy”. The boisterous celebration that erupted in the streets after the election results were announced could be heard for blocks.
How to remember “boisterous” for the GRE?
Mnemonic: “boisterous” sounds like “boisterous”. Imagine a BOY screaming at a party — he’s so BOISTEROUS, he knocks over the cake!
What are synonyms for “boisterous”?
Common synonyms: rowdy, loud, lively.