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OBSTREPEROUS

Pronunciation (US):

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 I. (adjective) 

Sense 1

Meaning:

Boisterously and noisily aggressive

Example:

kept up an obstreperous clamor

Classified under:

Adjectives

Similar:

aggressive (having or showing determination and energetic pursuit of your ends)

Derivation:

obstreperousness (noisy defiance)

Sense 2

Meaning:

Noisily and stubbornly defiant

Example:

obstreperous boys

Classified under:

Adjectives

Similar:

defiant; noncompliant (boldly resisting authority or an opposing force)

Derivation:

obstreperousness (noisy defiance)

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