shout down
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
To shout louder than (someone) in order to force through one's argument or point of view.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
He had shouted down at least one judge in the Mairie de Luxembourg after a dozen cigars had failed to bring about his ends.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “shout down” mean?
To shout louder than (someone) in order to force through one's argument or point of view.
Is “shout down” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.