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Common collocations with roar in American Collocation

roar noun countable

US /rɔr/

very loud

almighty
deafening
ear-splitting
full-throated
loud
mighty
thundering
thunderous
tremendous
tumultuous

The noise of the river is a thunderous roar and truly awe-inspiring.

not very loud

distant
dull
muffled
muted

The dull roar of the traffic could be heard all day from the bridge.

deep

guttural
rumbling
throaty

The guttural roar of the tractor shattters the peace of the countryside.

continuous

incessant

They listen to loud music to drown out the incessant roar of the machines.

happy

rapturous
triumphant

She stepped on stage and was greeted by a rapturous roar from the eager crowd.

applause
approval
defiance
delight
disapproval
laughter
rage

A roar of laughter went up from the audience.