Tikibu: pronunciation dictionary with use examples
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Word:
obstreperous
IPA transcription: [əbstɹ'ɛpɚəs]
adverb
meaning of the word
Synonyms:
obstreperous
Meaning:
boisterously and noisily aggressive; "kept up an obstreperous clamor"
Synonyms:
obstreperous
Meaning:
noisily and stubbornly defiant; "obstreperous boys"
Usage examples
John was sober and studious, and besides was so well grown for his age that they banked on his ability to "lick" any negro boy that got obstreperous.