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roar
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- pronunciation:
- ror
- parts of speech:
- verb, noun
- features:
- Word Explorer
| part of speech: |
verb |
| inflections: |
roars, roaring, roared |
| definition 1: |
When a lion roars, it produces a long, deep, and loud sound from its mouth. When people roar, they make a long, deep, and loud shout, because they are angry, hurt, or excited.
Sam's uncle roared in pain when he hit his foot on the edge of the bed.The crowd roared with excitement when the player kicked the ball into the goal.The lion roared when the other lion came too near.- synonyms:
- growl
- similar words:
- boom, cry, explode, howl, shout, yell
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| definition 2: |
When you hear a joke and roar, it means that you laugh loudly.
Tony's grandfather makes the whole family roar when he tells stories about Tony's dad when he was little.- similar words:
- laugh, scream
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| related words: |
rage, roll, storm |
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| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
A roar is a loud, deep cry or shout.
Lions are known for their loud roars. |
| definition 2: |
A roar is a loud, steady noise that continues for a long while.
The roar of the machines in the factory makes it difficult to hear other people.Many people like to listen to the roar of ocean waves.We are used to the roar of airplanes because we live close to the airport.- synonyms:
- roll, thunder
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| related words: |
yell |
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