rambunctious
adjective | /rambunctious/
Advanced WordsMEDIUM
uncontrolled in a way that is playful or full of energy
rambunctious
adjective | /rambunctious/
Advanced WordsMEDIUMuncontrolled in a way that is playful or full of energy
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Synonyms
boisterousrowdyrambunctiousobstreperousunruly
Antonyms
calmorderlysedaterestrained
Examples
"The rambunctious children played until late into the afternoon."
"A rambunctious crowd made it hard to hear the speaker."
Mnemonic Trick
RAMBUNCTIOUS → RAM + BOUNCE: imagine energetic kids bouncing off the walls.
Etymology
Origin uncertain, likely blend of ram + bounce; modern sense energetic and noisy.
Used for lively, disorderly behavior.
Source: Advanced WordsAdded: 9/15/2025
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