Louden (Verb)
Meaning 1
Become louder; "The room loudened considerably".
Classification
Verbs of seeing, hearing, feeling.
Examples
- The faint hum loudened as the engine revved to life.
- During the argument, the voices loudened and attracted the attention of passersby.
- As the band took the stage the music loudened and the crowd erupted in cheers.
- The sound of the waterfall loudened as we drew closer to its base.
- The tension in the room loudened the air as the jury delivered its verdict.
Antonyms
Meaning 2
Cause to become loud.
Classification
Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..
Examples
- The band turned up the amplifier, causing the music to louden and draw in a bigger crowd.
- The approaching train will louden the noise level significantly, so it's best to cover your ears.
- Her voice began to louden as she shouted for someone to call for help.
- As the protesters marched through the streets, their chants started to louden, echoing off the buildings.
- The microphone picked up every sound, and when the singer got closer, her voice began to louden and fill the entire room.