vociferously

USAGE SUMMARY

The word "vociferously" is correct and usable in written English.
You can use it to refer to when someone expresses their opinion, opinion, or feelings very loudly and strongly. For example, "The protestors vociferously demanded the removal of the unpopular leader."

✓ Grammatically correct

News & Media

Human-verified examples from authoritative sources

Exact Expressions

60 human-written examples

In a competition between a chocolate fireguard and an assistant referee, those peculiarly impotent additions vociferously promoted by Michel Platini as an alternative to video technology, the former would surely triumph when it came to usefulness.

The Guardian - Sport

A legion of critics vociferously disagreed.

The Guardian

Prospects for next year, when import restrictions will be lifted, allowing Japanese producers to start exporting cars to the country, are no brighter.Both firms plan to lay off thousands of workers, which prompted the trade unions to protest vociferously this week.

The Economist

The pension levy may have been accepted by the general public, but the unions still protested vociferously.

The Economist

Chris Christie, the governor of New Jersey and an idol of deficit hawks, has repeatedly and vociferously denied having any presidential ambitions.

The Economist

Most vociferously they complain about the new Iraqi establishment's lack of political will.

The Economist

The French president, Nicolas Sarkozy, has loudly and repeatedly made clear that he is against Turkish membership; so, less vociferously, has the German chancellor, Angela Merkel.

The Economist

He vociferously opposed torture (he was tortured himself in Vietnam), but was no softy on Iraq: he called early and loudly for Donald Rumsfeld's resignation.

The Economist

In America, the threat of prison hangs over price-fixers.The carriers concerned have vociferously protested their innocence.

The Economist

Now peace is breaking out across the Taiwan Strait and Taiwanese soldiers are loth to create a political incident by arresting Chinese fishermen.Mr Chen has been lobbying the authorities vociferously.

The Economist

Militant Indonesian groups, for example, have vociferously denied any connection to al-Qaeda and ridiculed Mr bin Laden.That is not to deny the presence of al-Qaeda, or at least some internationally inspired and trained terrorists, in the region.

The Economist

Expert writing Tips

Best practice

Use "vociferously" to describe expressions that are not only loud but also forceful and insistent, conveying a sense of strong conviction.

Common error

Avoid using "vociferously" when the context only requires a simple description of loudness. Ensure the expression also carries a sense of forceful advocacy or protest.

Linguistic Context

The adverb "vociferously" modifies verbs, adverbs, or adjectives to indicate that an action is performed in a loud and forceful manner. As confirmed by Ludwig AI, it adds emphasis to the expression of opinions or feelings.

Expression frequency: Very common

Frequent in

News & Media

100%

Less common in

Formal & Business

0%

Science

0%

Encyclopedias

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Ludwig's WRAP-UP

In summary, "vociferously" is an adverb used to describe expressing something loudly and forcefully. Ludwig AI confirms it is grammatically correct and frequently used in news and media. To enhance your writing, use "vociferously" when describing strong convictions or protests, and avoid it when simply indicating loudness. Remember, "vociferously" adds a layer of intensity and insistence to your expression. Alternative phrases include "loudly and vehemently" or "with great clamor".

More alternative expressions

Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:

loudly and vehemently

Adds 'loudly' for clarity and 'vehemently' for strong feeling.

in a loud and forceful manner

Expands the adverb into a descriptive phrase for emphasis.

emphatically and assertively

Highlights the confident and unequivocal nature of the expression.

with great clamor

Replaces direct intensity with 'clamor', suggesting noisy protest.

with resounding intensity

Emphasizes the powerful and far-reaching impact of the expression.

with strident tones

Focuses on the harsh and grating quality of the voice.

in an impassioned manner

Focuses on the emotional intensity and fervor of the expression.

in a thunderous voice

Emphasizes the loudness and power of the voice.

boisterously

Suggests a more cheerful, energetic, and noisy manner.

with great gusto

Suggests enthusiastic enjoyment and energy in the delivery.

FAQs

How can I use "vociferously" in a sentence?

Use "vociferously" to describe someone expressing their opinion loudly and forcefully, such as, "The crowd "vociferously" protested the new policy."

What are some alternatives to using "vociferously"?

Alternatives to "vociferously" include "loudly and vehemently", "with great clamor", or "in a loud and forceful manner".

Is "vociferously" appropriate for formal writing?

Yes, "vociferously" is suitable for formal writing when you want to emphasize the forceful and insistent nature of an expression.

What's the difference between "vociferously" and "loudly"?

"Loudly" simply describes the volume of an expression, while "vociferously" implies a forceful and insistent expression of opinion or feeling.