What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
roisterous
Example
The roisterous crowd cheered as the band played their favorite song. [roisterous: adjective]
Example
He was known for his roisterous behavior at parties, always the life of the party. [roisterous: adjective]
rowdy
Example
The rowdy fans started a fight after their team lost the game. [rowdy: adjective]
Example
The rowdy teenagers were causing a disturbance in the park, shouting and throwing things. [rowdy: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Rowdy is more commonly used than roisterous in everyday language, and is often used to describe disruptive behavior in a negative context.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between roisterous and rowdy?
Neither roisterous nor rowdy are particularly formal words, but roisterous may be seen as slightly more formal due to its less common usage and more neutral connotation.
