noisy

adjective

ˈnȯi-zē

noisier; noisiest

Synonyms of noisy

: making noise

noisy trucks and buses

: full of or characterized by noise or clamor

a noisy office

a noisy scene

: noticeably showy, gaudy, or bright : conspicuous

a noisy sweater

noisily

ˈnȯi-zə-lē

adverb

noisiness

ˈnȯi-zē-nəs

noun

Examples of noisy in a Sentence

The playground was filled with noisy children. His lawnmower is very noisy.

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Light sleepers should note that Allen Parkway can be noisy at night, but the hotel provides earplugs and blackout curtains. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 16 Oct. 2026 The focus was how AI can be integrated and optimize the existing business – rather than presentation of noisy (and controversial) slates of AI TV shows and movies. — Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 15 Oct. 2026 Before the debate, noisy supporters of both candidates gathered with signs — and at least one bullhorn — outside the Alaska Public Media studios. — ABC News, 15 Oct. 2026 Hearing aids make sounds louder, but not always clearer—especially in places like noisy restaurants or busy offices. — Lauryn Higgins, Time, 15 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for noisy

Word History

First Known Use

1675, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of noisy was in 1675

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noisy

adjective

ˈnȯi-zē

noisier; noisiest

: making noise

: full of or characterized by noise

a noisy street

noisily

-zə-lē

adverb

noisiness

-zē-nəs

noun

noisy

adjective

Synonyms of noisy

Examples of noisy in a Sentence

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