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loud vs aloud

aloud vs loud

loud is an adjective but aloud is not an adjective.

loud and aloud both are adverbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
loud No Yes No Yes
aloud No No No Yes
As adverbs, loud and aloud are synonyms defined as:
  • loud and aloud: with relatively high volume
Other synonyms of loud include loudly.
loud (adjective) aloud (adjective)
characterized by or producing sound of great volume or intensity
(used chiefly as a direction or description in music) indicating that said piece or segment should be played loudly
tastelessly showy
loud (adverb) aloud (adverb)
with relatively high volume using the voice; not silently
with relatively high volume
Difference between loud and aloud

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