How many syllables in boisterous?

There are 3 syllables in the word boisterous.

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Divide boisterous into syllables:

bois · ter · ous

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Definition of boisterous:

boisterous (adjective):: noisy and lively; noisily turbulent rowdy; noisy and lacking in restraint or discipline.

Synonyms for boisterous:

raucous loud turbulent screaming wild clamorous impetuous wayward uninhibited uproarious

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Antonyms for boisterous:

unresponsive facile reticent polite obedient calm continent behaved delicate docile

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