raucous

Definition

Harsh and rough-sounding.

Etymology

Borrowed from Latin raucus (“hoarse, husky, raucous”).

Example Sentences

• "At night, raucous ruckus took place in the swamp."
• "Acts of vandalism were committed by a raucous gang of drunkards."
• "In a raucous atmosphere, it was an unforgiving and physical contest from the start. Grant Hanley conceded the first free-kick within the opening 20 seconds, setting the tone for a busy and thankless evening for Serbian referee Milorad Mazic."

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