1
as in rattles
loud, confused, and usually inharmonious sound
the incessant noise of traffic on Fifth Avenue made normal conversation impossible
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in roars
a violent shouting
keep the noise down, you kids!
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Examples Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of noises
Owners can do a number of things to relieve this type of anxiety in dogs, such as leaving a long-lasting chew toy with them when leaving and keeping the radio on to muffle outside noises.
—
Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
Most of the noises came from places crews couldn't reach, deep inside the ship and where holes cut to allow the sailors out also would let more seawater to rush in.
—Frank Witsil, Detroit Free Press, 6 Dec. 2024
Meanwhile, Tammy is surprisingly more interested in a pigeon nearby Buckingham Palace, making noises and trying to get its attention.
—Vanessa Etienne, People.com, 6 Dec. 2024
However, these noises often signal breathing struggles, which are indicative of serious health and welfare issues stemming from selective breeding.
—Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 6 Dec. 2024
In one number, Swinton, who goes glossy-eyed to show the cracks in her high-fashion veneer, poses in a transparent rain slicker while bleating raw, yowling noises that blend with the despairing strings.
—Amy Nicholson, Los Angeles Times, 6 Dec. 2024
Alerts surge by 175% and 200%, respectively, as fireworks and other celebratory noises are misclassified as gunshots.
—Lars Daniel, Forbes, 5 Dec. 2024
Owners reported build quality issues, including body hardware, paint and trim, noises and leaks, and problems with electrical accessories.
—Ed Garsten, Forbes, 5 Dec. 2024
The Cardinals are making noises about reducing payroll, and trying to upgrade their player evaluation and analysis functions.
—Bernie Pleskoff, Forbes, 4 Dec. 2024
Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
Most of the noises came from places crews couldn't reach, deep inside the ship and where holes cut to allow the sailors out also would let more seawater to rush in.
—Frank Witsil, Detroit Free Press, 6 Dec. 2024
Meanwhile, Tammy is surprisingly more interested in a pigeon nearby Buckingham Palace, making noises and trying to get its attention.
—Vanessa Etienne, People.com, 6 Dec. 2024
However, these noises often signal breathing struggles, which are indicative of serious health and welfare issues stemming from selective breeding.
—Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 6 Dec. 2024
In one number, Swinton, who goes glossy-eyed to show the cracks in her high-fashion veneer, poses in a transparent rain slicker while bleating raw, yowling noises that blend with the despairing strings.
—Amy Nicholson, Los Angeles Times, 6 Dec. 2024
Alerts surge by 175% and 200%, respectively, as fireworks and other celebratory noises are misclassified as gunshots.
—Lars Daniel, Forbes, 5 Dec. 2024
Owners reported build quality issues, including body hardware, paint and trim, noises and leaks, and problems with electrical accessories.
—Ed Garsten, Forbes, 5 Dec. 2024
The Cardinals are making noises about reducing payroll, and trying to upgrade their player evaluation and analysis functions.
—Bernie Pleskoff, Forbes, 4 Dec. 2024
Thesaurus Entries Near noises
Cite this Entry
“Noises.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/noises. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share