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Boisterous

adj.energetic, joyfuleveryday

What it means

Loud, lively, and full of high-spirited physical or social energy.

Reach for it when describing cheerful noise and activity where the setting welcomes it

Boisterous laughter followed every round of the family quiz.

Choose between these

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  • everyday

    lively

    animation matters without much noise

    not when volume or rough movement is essential

  • everyday

    rowdy

    noise has become unruly

    not when an affectionate description is intended

  • warm

    high-spirited

    exuberant mood deserves sympathetic praise

    not when the behavior is disruptive rather than joyful

  • professional

    animated

    active conversation or expression is meant

    not when robust physical energy distinguishes the scene

  • formal

    exuberant

    overflowing enthusiasm is the key quality

    not when the sound level must be explicit

  • literary

    rollicking

    noisy communal fun suits a playful voice

    not when neutral description of people is safer

Said against

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It naturally appears in

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  • boisterous laughter

    Boisterous laughter spilled from the kitchen after the last guest arrived.

  • boisterous crowd

    The stewards guided the boisterous crowd without treating its joy as a threat.

  • boisterous play

    The puppies needed a safe yard for their boisterous play.

Where this comes from

Positive only where noise and physical exuberance are welcome; the same behavior can be inconsiderate in a ward, classroom, or solemn gathering.

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