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OBSTREPEROUS
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I. (adjective)
Sense 1
Meaning:
Boisterously and noisily aggressive
Example:
kept up an obstreperous clamor
Classified under:
Similar:
aggressive (having or showing determination and energetic pursuit of your ends)
Derivation:
obstreperousness (noisy defiance)
Sense 2
Meaning:
Noisily and stubbornly defiant
Example:
obstreperous boys
Classified under:
Similar:
defiant; noncompliant (boldly resisting authority or an opposing force)
Derivation:
obstreperousness (noisy defiance)
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