Alborotada (en. Upset)

/al.βo.ɾo'ta.ða/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
In a state of confusion or disorder.
The party was lively, with music and laughter everywhere.
La fiesta estaba alborotada, con música y risas por doquier.
That causes uproar or scandal.
Her lively behavior surprised everyone at the meeting.
Su comportamiento alborotado sorprendió a todos en la reunión.
That expresses a state of agitation or nervousness.
The children were excited before opening the presents.
Los niños estaban alborotados antes de abrir los regalos.

Etymology

From the verb 'alborotar', which means to cause uproar or agitation.

Common Phrases and Expressions

excited with joy
in a state of great happiness or enthusiasm.
alborotada de alegría
as raucous as a rooster
in a state of great excitement or nervousness.
alborotada como un gallo

Related Words

uproar
Noise or disorder caused by a group of people.
alboroto
disorder
A situation of confusion or lack of order.
desorden

Slang Meanings

To be very excited or agitated
That news has me all excited, I can't stop smiling.
Esa noticia me tiene alborotada, no puedo dejar de sonreír.
To party and make a lot of noise
Last night the city was lively with the celebration.
Anoche estuvo alborotada la ciudad con la celebración.