Tumult

/ˈtuˌmʌlt/ noun

Definition

A loud, confused noise from a crowd; a state of great disturbance, confusion, or uncertainty. Tumult can refer to both physical commotion and emotional or mental agitation.

Etymology

From Latin 'tumultus,' meaning 'an uproar' or 'commotion,' related to 'tumere' (to swell). Originally described the swelling noise and chaos of crowds, particularly in military or political contexts where order broke down.

Kelly Says

Think 'TUMULT' sounds like 'TUMBLE'—everything tumbling into chaos at once! Tumult is when order collapses and you get a perfect storm of noise, confusion, and disorder all mixed together.

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