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/ˈnɔɪzi/
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Making a lot of sound or carrying unwanted interference.
Practice using noisy in conversation until it feels natural

Examples

  • We removed the noisy results before making the chart.
  • This sensor produces noisy data in cold weather.
  • The old fan is noisy, but it still works.
  • The street was noisy after the match.
  • A noisy crowd gathered outside the station.

Similar words

boisterous
interference-filled
rowdy
unclear
distorted
loud

Meanings

Loud sound

adjective
sound
neutral
Making a lot of sound, often more than is pleasant.

Examples

  • The street was noisy after the match.
  • Our neighbours were noisy last night.
  • It is too noisy in here to study.
  • The old fan is noisy, but it still works.
  • A noisy crowd gathered outside the station.

Similar words

loud
boisterous
rowdy

Unwanted interference

adjective
technology
technical
Containing extra, unwanted information that makes useful details harder to see or hear.

Examples

  • The recording is noisy, so some words are hard to hear.
  • We removed the noisy results before making the chart.
  • This sensor produces noisy data in cold weather.
  • The image looks noisy when taken in low light.
  • The signal became noisy near the power cable.

Similar words

distorted
unclear
interference-filled

Etymology

From noise and the adjective ending -y, meaning “full of.”

FAQ

What does noisy usually mean?

It usually means making a lot of sound.

Can a place be noisy?

Yes. A street, room or restaurant can be noisy when many sounds are heard.

What is the opposite of noisy?

Quiet is a common opposite for the sound sense.

Can data be noisy?

Yes. Noisy data contains unwanted variation that makes useful information harder to see.

What is a noisy recording?

It is a recording with unwanted sound that can hide the speech or music.

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