Clamoring
Verb
Definition: (of a group of people) shout loudly and insistently.
Synonyms: Shout, Yell, Scream, Protest
Antonyms: Remain silent, Whisper
- The crowd clamored for justice outside the courthouse.
- The protesters clamored for their demands to be heard.
- 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
- The clamoring of the fans filled the stadium.
- The politician ignored the clamoring of the crowd and continued with their speech.
- Imagine the sound of a loud "clamor" coming from a crowd.
Etymology:
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:
"Clamoring for attention"
Explanation:Describes a situation where people are demanding attention, often by shouting or making a lot of noise.
Misconceptions:
Confusing 'clamoring' with 'calmoring'.
Explanation:'Clamoring' refers to loud and insistent shouting, while 'calmoring' is not a recognized word.