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tumult

/ˈtʌmʌlt/ noun · British & US
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What does tumult mean?

noun

A loud and violent disturbance of the peace, often involving a crowd of people; a state of great confusion or uproar.

Example

"The riot in the city center was a tumult that lasted for hours."

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