roar Synonyms
Another word for roar
• verb (Context 1)
To utter a full, deep, prolonged cry (of a lion or other large wild animal).
"The tiger began to bellow as the keeper approached the enclosure."
• noun (Context 2)
A full, deep, prolonged cry uttered by a lion or other large wild animal.
"The sudden bellow of a lion echoed across the savanna at dusk."
• verb (Context 3)
To make a loud, deep, continuous sound or shout (of a person, crowd, natural phenomenon, or engine).
"The stadium crowd began to bellow when the home team scored the winning goal."
• noun (Context 4)
A loud, deep, prolonged sound made by a person, crowd, natural force, or machine.
"We could hear the steady rumble of the ocean waves from our cabin."
• verb (Context 5)
To move or operate at high speed while making a loud, deep noise.
"A freight train roared past the station without slowing down."
• noun (Context 6)
A loud, unrestrained burst of laughter from a person or group.
"The comedian's final joke was met with a guffaw of laughter from the audience."
• verb (Context 7)
To laugh loudly and unrestrainedly.
"The entire table roared at her witty remark."
Opposites of roar
The opposite of roar shifts depending on context. Common opposites include: