Roaring

/ˈrɔːrɪŋ/

Meaning & Definition

verb

to make a loud, deep, prolonged sound.

The lion was roaring loudly from its enclosure at the zoo.

to laugh or shout in a loud and boisterous manner.

They were roaring with laughter at the comedian's jokes.

adjective

producing a loud, deep sound.

The roaring fire kept us warm on the cold night.

very lively, exciting, or successful.

The roaring twenties were a time of great prosperity and cultural change.

Old English 'rōrigan', related to the sound made by various animals.

roaring with laughter

Laughing loudly and uncontrollably.

roaring trade

A very profitable business.

roaring twenties

Refers to the 1920s, a period of economic prosperity in the West.

roar

To make a loud, deep sound, typically as a cry of an animal.

roaringly

In a loud and enthusiastic manner.

roar of approval

A loud expression of approval from a crowd.

Having a great time or being very exciting.

That concert was roaring!

To party hard or celebrate loudly.

We went out last night and it was roaring, we didn't get to bed until dawn.