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obstreporous

 

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Obstreporous

Definition

Obstreporous is an adjective that describes someone or something noisy, unruly, or difficult to control.

Senses/Usages

  1. Popular Sense

    Used to describe a person who is excessively loud, disruptive, or is causing a commotion.

    Example Sentence: My little brother is incessantly obstreporous during family gatherings.

  2. Local Sense

    In certain regional dialects, obstreporous can also refer to a loud and clattering noise.

    Example Sentence: The obstreporous sound of construction work could be heard from miles away.

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