Clamoring

Verb

Definition: (of a group of people) shout loudly and insistently.

Synonyms: Shout, Yell, Scream, Protest

Antonyms: Remain silent, Whisper

Examples:
  • The crowd clamored for justice outside the courthouse.
  • The protesters clamored for their demands to be heard.
Mnemonics:
  • Imagine a group of people "clamoring" for attention by shouting loudly.

Noun

Definition: A loud uproar from a crowd of people.

Definition: A vehement expression of desire or dissatisfaction.

Synonyms: Uproar, Outcry, Protest, Demand

Antonyms: Silence, Quiet

Examples:
  • The clamoring of the fans filled the stadium.
  • The politician ignored the clamoring of the crowd and continued with their speech.
Mnemonics:
  • Imagine the sound of a loud "clamor" coming from a crowd.

Etymology:

Origin:

Late Middle English: from Old French clamour (noun), clamorer (verb), from Latin clamor 'shouting'.

Historical Usage:

The term has been used since the late Middle English period, with its root in Latin.

Related Idioms:

Idiom:

"Clamoring for attention"

Explanation:

Describes a situation where people are demanding attention, often by shouting or making a lot of noise.

Misconceptions:

Misconception:

Confusing 'clamoring' with 'calmoring'.

Explanation:

'Clamoring' refers to loud and insistent shouting, while 'calmoring' is not a recognized word.

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