Tumulto (en. Tumult)
/tumul'to/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
Commotion, confusion, or disorder caused by a large number of people.
The tumult in the stadium was overwhelming when the team won.
El tumulto en el estadio fue abrumador cuando el equipo ganó.
Loud noise and confusion generated by a group.
A tumult was heard in the street that drew everyone's attention.
Se oyó un tumulto en la calle que llamó la atención de todos.
Uncontrolled movement of a crowd.
The tumult during the demonstration led to police intervention.
El tumulto durante la manifestación llevó a la intervención policial.
Etymology
From Latin tumultus, which means 'confusion or agitation.'
Common Phrases and Expressions
tumult of voices
Noise or confusion caused by many people speaking at once.
tumulto de voces
to create a tumult
To cause disorder or confusion in a given situation.
crear un tumulto
popular tumult
Agitation or commotion involving a large number of people.
tumulto popular
Related Words
uproar
A set of shouts and noise produced by a crowd.
alboroto
commotion
Disordered movement of people, similar to a tumult.
revuelo
confusion
State of bewilderment or general disorder.
confusión
Slang Meanings
Disorder or mess, especially in a festive context.
The party turned into a real tumult when the music started.
La fiesta se convirtió en un verdadero tumulto cuando llegó la música.
Chaotic or complicated situation.
Work at the office transformed into a tumult of problems.
El trabajo en la oficina se transformó en un tumulto de problemas.