Obstreperous Definition
obstreperous
- adjective
- noisily and stubbornly defiant; "obstreperous boys"
- boisterously and noisily aggressive; "kept up an obstreperous clamor"
Words that rhyme with obstreperous
Usage tips for "obstreperous"
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