clamor

noun

ˈkla-mər How to pronounce clamor (audio)
Definition of clamornext
1
as in roar
a violent shouting a clamor arose from the crowd as the prisoner was brought forward

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2
as in noise
loud, confused, and usually inharmonious sound the clamor of a dozen people practicing the trumpet at once

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Recent Examples of clamor The clamor to protect nature has grown sharper as India sees a rise in heatwaves, glacial floods and extreme rainfall in recent years. — Omkar Khandekar, NPR, 7 June 2026 This caused a great clamor of approval, and a modicum of tepid ooh-la-la disapproval by the folks who actually approved but who were too cowardly to say so, back in the day. — Guy Martin, Forbes.com, 26 May 2026 Over a clamor of background noise, author Patrick Radden Keefe’s voice somehow sounds clear and calm. — Erik Pedersen, Oc Register, 9 Apr. 2026 Yes, the outside clamor is for a shakeup. — Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 4 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for clamor
Recent Examples of Synonyms for clamor
  1. roar
  2. noise
  3. howl
  4. chatter
  5. rattle
  6. commotion
Noun
  • The reference to Swift and Travis Kelce‘s July 3rd wedding earned a roar of applause from the crowd who were no doubt aware of Styles’s history with the pop superstar.
    — Shania Russell, Entertainment Weekly, 30 Aug. 2026
  • From both sides, the whizzing sound of bullets, the roar of tanks, and the booming sound of artillery fire could be heard.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 27 Aug. 2026
Definition of roar
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  • In a market dominated by retro basketball shoes and 2000s tech runners, this chunky and vibrant retro skate shoe cut through the noise.
    — Stephen Garner, Footwear News, 31 Aug. 2026
  • When groceries, boat payments, and payroll all flow through one account, the underwriter cannot tell revenue from noise, and the expense factor math turns ugly.
    — Karen Koehler, Miami Herald, 31 Aug. 2026
Definition of noise
Noun
  • The Slingshot surges forward as the tach swings toward redline, the exhaust emitting a guttural howl.
    — William Roberson, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026
  • Their chorus of howls and yowls was all that kept them connected to the hunters who lagged far behind.
    — Paul Schullery, Outdoor Life, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of howl
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  • Tech Challenges While the chair’s speech and the sideline chatter about economic and political events frequently dominate news from the symposium, Jackson Hole is also an important forum for high level debate on economic research.
    — Maria Eloisa Capurro, Fortune, 29 Aug. 2026
  • In a sprightly performance rife with oddball mannerisms, Gnecco gives Borges equal parts impish wisdom, earthy vulgarity and childlike wonder, rarely letting a moment’s silence go unfilled with eager chatter.
    — Guy Lodge, Variety, 29 Aug. 2026
Definition of chatter
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  • It’s easily activated by touching the colored sections or spinning the rattle drum and features three modes, including animals, colors and xylophone.
    — BestReviews, Mercury News, 19 Aug. 2026
  • As for the Speed, the museum returned three ceremonial objects (a rattle, a beaded pipe bag, and a beaded turtle amulet) and 21 other items, among them beaded pouches and bags, moccasins, a coup stick, a cradleboard, and a lance.
    — Leigh Anne Miller, ARTnews.com, 19 Aug. 2026
Definition of rattle
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  • The Canadian singer caused a commotion with her ensemble, showing off a head-to-toe Alaïa ensemble from the upcoming Archetypes spring 2027 collection.
    — Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 29 Aug. 2026
  • There was no illness or injury, Krauss said, but the dog seemed ready to step away from the crowds and commotion.
    — Lauren Paige Richeson, USA Today, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of commotion

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“Clamor.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/clamor. Accessed 2 Sep. 2026.

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