# boisterous

/ˈbɔɪstɝəs/ (US) · /bˈɔɪstəɹəs/ (UK) · CEFR B2 · Adjective

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/boisterous
Updated: 2026-05-20

## Definition

loud, energetic, and full of life. You use this to describe people or places that are very lively and noisy in a friendly way.

For teachers: characterised by loud, energetic, and noisy behaviour. Often describes environments or groups of people that are lively and full of movement.

## Examples

- The children were boisterous and full of energy.
- The boisterous crowd cheered loudly as the team scored the winning goal.
- The boisterous atmosphere of the festival made it difficult for the local residents to find any peace during the weekend.

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