Basic Details
Word: Loud
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Producing or capable of producing a lot of noise; not quiet.
Synonyms: Noisy, boisterous, clamorous
Antonyms: Quiet, silent, soft
Idioms and Phrases
- Loud and clear: Means something is expressed very clearly and without confusion. Example: "The teacher explained the rules loud and clear, so everyone understood."
- In loud voices: Refers to speaking or shouting in a noisy manner. Example: "The children were playing in loud voices outside, laughing and having fun."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The loud music at the concert made it hard to hear my friends talking.
Example 2: Please try to be less loud in the library as people are trying to study.
Example 3: The night was filled with loud thunder as the storm approached.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the loudest sound ever recorded was a volcanic eruption from Krakatoa in 1883? It was so loud that it could be heard over 3,000 miles away!
Famous Quote
"If you want to be heard, just speak up loud and clear." - Anonymous
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "loud" mean?
a) Very quiet
b) Producing a lot of noise
c) Soft and gentle
d) Pleasant and calm
Answer: b) Producing a lot of noise
2. Which of these is a synonym of "loud"?
a) Silent
b) Noisy
c) Calm
d) Mild
Answer: b) Noisy
3. Which sentence uses "loud" correctly?
a) The library was loud and quiet at the same time.
b) The loud fireflies lit up the night sky.
c) The loud crowd cheered for their team.
d) The loud water was flowing softly.
Answer: c) The loud crowd cheered for their team.
4. Which idiom means the same as "loud"?
a) In soft whispers
b) Loud and clear
c) Under the radar
d) As quiet as a mouse
Answer: b) Loud and clear
5. What is the opposite of "loud"?
a) Cheerful
b) Noisy
c) Quiet
d) Bright
Answer: c) Quiet
