Loud Definition & Meaning
loud
- adverb
- with relatively high volume; "the band played loudly"; "she spoke loudly and angrily"; "he spoke loud enough for those at the back of the room to hear him"; "cried aloud for help"
- adjective
- characterized by or producing sound of great volume or intensity; "a group of loud children"; "loud thunder"; "her voice was too loud"; "loud trombones"
- tastelessly showy; "a flash car"; "a flashy ring"; "garish colors"; "a gaudy costume"; "loud sport shirts"; "a meretricious yet stylish book"; "tawdry ornaments"
- used chiefly as a direction or description in music; "the forte passages in the composition"
"Loud" in song lyrics
See how loud is used in real songs:
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"All in one motion, screamin' out loud"
2 Live Crew — Break it on Down -
"Bass level up high, volume level up loud"
2 Live Crew — Get Loose Now -
"Out loud,"
2 Live Crew f/ MC Twist, Lejuan Love and Anquette — It's Christmas
Words that rhyme with loud
Usage tips for "loud"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "loud" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for loud to find words that pair well.
Use "loud" in a verse
Now that you know what "loud" means, try using it in your own lyrics:
Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does loud mean?
- with relatively high volume; "the band played loudly"; "she spoke loudly and angrily"; "he spoke loud enough for those at the back of the room to hear him"; "cried aloud for help" characterized by or producing sound of great volume or intensity; "a group of loud children"; "loud thunder"; "her voice was too loud"; "loud trombones" tastelessly showy; "a flash car"; "a flashy ring"; "garish colors"; "a gaudy costume"; "loud sport shirts"; "a meretricious yet stylish book
- What part of speech is loud?
- Loud is an adverb and an adjective.
- How many definitions does loud have?
- Loud has 4 definitions across 2 parts of speech (adverb, adjective).