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Definition loud in American English

loud adjective

adjective
/laʊd/
1

used for describing a sound that is strong and very easy to hear

Example

There was a loud knocking on the door.

Example

The music is deafeningly loud.

Example

He said, "Can I help you?" in a very loud voice.

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2

used for describing a person who talks in a loud and confident way that annoys other people

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3

very bright in a way that does not show good taste

Example

a loud patterned shirt

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4

expressing an opinion very often or very clearly

Example

Congress has been loud in its opposition to the new legislation.

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4.1

used about the opinion itself

Example

There has been loud condemnation of the policy from all sides.

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Definition loud in American English