aloud

[əˈlaʊd]

aloud Definition

• 1. in a voice that can be clearly heard
• 2. audibly; not silently or in a whisper

Using aloud: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "aloud" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  She read the story aloud to the children.

• Example

  He spoke aloud so that everyone could hear him.

• Example

  The teacher asked the students to read their essays aloud.

aloud Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for aloud

• audibly
• vocally
• out loud

Antonyms for aloud

• quietly
• silently
• in a whisper

Phrases with aloud

• think aloud

  to speak one's thoughts out loud, especially when trying to solve a problem or make a decision

  Example

  When working on a difficult math problem, it can be helpful to think aloud.

• cry aloud

  to express one's emotions or feelings loudly and publicly

  Example

  The protesters cried aloud for justice and equality.

• read aloud

  to read something out loud so that others can hear it

  Example

  The teacher asked the students to take turns reading aloud from the textbook.

Origins of aloud

from Old English 'on hlude', meaning 'out loud'

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Summary: aloud in Brief

'Aloud' [əˈlaʊd] is an adverb that means in a voice that can be clearly heard or audibly. It is often used when reading or speaking to a group of people. Phrases like 'think aloud' and 'read aloud' use 'aloud' to denote speaking one's thoughts or reading something out loud. Antonyms include 'quietly' and 'silently.'