Bedlam

/ˈbɛd.ləm/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A scene of uproar and confusion.

The children ran around the playground in a state of bedlam.

A place or situation characterized by noise, confusion, and chaos.

The auction turned into complete bedlam when the bidding got out of hand.

Historical term referring to a madhouse or asylum.

The old asylum was nicknamed Bedlam, symbolizing its chaotic atmosphere.

A state of wild disorder.

During the concert, the crowd became a bedlam of shouting and singing.

A term for any tumultuous or noisy situation.

The kitchen before dinner was pure bedlam as everyone scrambled to prepare the meal.

From 'Bedlam', a shortened form of Bethlehem Hospital in London, a famous mental institution.

in a state of bedlam

in a situation of complete disorder and confusion.

bedlam broke out

a chaotic situation erupted.

chaos

A complete disorder and confusion.

madness

The state of being mentally ill.

mayhem

Violence, chaos, or widespread destruction.

A wild party or gathering with lots of noise and disorder.

That party last night turned into complete bedlam.

Any outrageous or uncontrollable situation.

The traffic jam was bedlam this morning.