American Accent:
British Accent:
Phonetic Spelling
UK: /ˈraʊ.di/ (row-dee)
US: /ˈraʊ.di/ (row-dee)
Meaning
- Noisy and disorderly.
- Unruly or disruptive in behavior, often in a boisterous way.
Examples
- The crowd at the concert became rowdy after the encore.
- Rowdy children ran through the park, laughing and shouting.
- The bar was filled with rowdy patrons after the football game.
- His rowdy behavior got him kicked out of the library.
Synonyms
- Boisterous
- Unruly
- Raucous
- Loud
- Noisy
Antonyms
- Quiet
- Calm
- Peaceful
- Orderly
- Well-behaved
Etymology
The word “rowdy” originated in the late 18th century and is believed to come from the Scottish term row, meaning “a noisy disturbance.” It evolved into “rowdy” to describe people or behavior marked by loudness and unruliness.
Common Mispronunciations
- “ro-uh-dee” (Incorrect)
- “rah-dee” (Incorrect)
- Correct Pronunciation: “row-dee,” where “row” rhymes with “cow” and “dee” sounds like the letter “D.”
Usage Tips
- Use “rowdy” to describe situations or people that are noisy or hard to control.
- It can be lighthearted or serious depending on the context. For example, “rowdy party” can imply fun chaos, while “rowdy behavior” may suggest a need for discipline.
Word Family
- Rowdily (adverb): They celebrated rowdily after winning the game.
- Rowdiness (noun): The rowdiness of the crowd annoyed the neighbors.