Roaring vs. shouting

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Synonyms Lesson, Advanced Level

ESL/EFL Test #124 "Synonyms for speak and shout", question 2

I don't like our Chemistry teacher because he's always ......... at us.

(a) shouting
(b) roaring
(c) talking
(d) voicing

Synonyms Lesson, Advanced Level

ESL/EFL Test #124 "Synonyms for speak and shout", answer 2

I don't like our Chemistry teacher because he's always shouting at us.

Correct answer: (a) shouting
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what is the difference between roaring and shouting?

[Conchita]

Roaring is louder and deeper than shouting. Lions roar, for example. Or you can roar of laughter. Roaring can also refer to the sound of a volcano, a waterfall, a plane, a motorbike, the wind, the sea, fire, traffic, etc.

Further examples:

- the crowd roared its approval/delight/admiration
- she roared of laughter