uproarious

[ uhp-rawr-ee-uhs, -rohr- ]

adjective

1. characterized by or in a state of uproar; tumultuous.

   Synonyms: turbulent, riotous, stormy

2. making an uproar; confused and noisy, as an assembly, person, etc.
3. very funny, as a person or situation.
4. very loud, as sounds or utterances.
5. expressed by or producing uproar.

uproarious

/ ʌpˈrɔːrɪəs /

adjective

1. causing or characterized by an uproar; tumultuous
2. extremely funny; hilarious
3. (of laughter) loud and boisterous

Derived Forms

• upˈroariousness, noun
• upˈroariously, adverb

Other Words From

• up·roari·ous·ly adverb
• up·roari·ous·ness noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of uproarious¹

First recorded in 1810–20; uproar + -ious

Example Sentences

Imagine such an uproarious response today, when merely confronted with a slightly bowed square canvas featuring thousands of tiny green and red dots.

From Los Angeles Times

Paul Feig made his name directing such movies as “Bridesmaids” and “Spy,” uproarious comic gems that provided career-best showcases for their female stars.

From New York Times

“We are not here to fight. We are not here to be violent. We are here to peacefully assemble. We are here to stand and support Israel,” Johnson said to cheers from the uproarious crowd.

From Seattle Times

Her uproarious debut album, The Rise And Fall Of A Midwest Princess, came out last September, telling the story of a closeted, small-town girl finding her way in the world.

From BBC

“If you rob a store, you can fully expect to be shot as you are leaving that store,” he said, to which the crowd responded with uproarious applause.

From New York Times

Related Words

• amusing
• comical
• humorous