TUMULT Synonyms: 130 Similar and Opposite Words

tumult

noun

ˈtü-ˌməlt

Definition of tumult

as in commotion

a state of noisy, confused activity in the tumult of the evacuation from the coast, we accidentally left on the television, which was of course tuned to the local newscast breathlessly reporting on the hurricane we were fleeing

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as in upheaval

a violent disturbance (as of the political or social order) the political tumult that swept the American colonies in the late 1700s

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as in roar

a violent shouting went to the window to see what the great tumult was and discovered a crowd of demonstrators marching down the street

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Recent Examples of tumult The windswept tumult is filmed in lyrical slow motion, with high-contrast lighting, and the imagery meshes with Angèle’s text to evoke the inner lives of Maxine and Ada, conjuring subjectivity itself. — Richard Brody, New Yorker, 27 June 2026 Regardless, the tumult around this sport is wearing on the fans who follow it, at least a little bit. — Pete Sampson, New York Times, 26 June 2026 The global economy in tumult, inflicting financial pain on American citizens that will linger even as oil prices decline. — Daniel B. Shapiro, The Atlantic, 17 June 2026 Despite the tumult of fame, Bono has credited his wife of over four decades with helping to keep him grounded—and vice versa. — Bailey Bujnosek, InStyle, 14 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for tumult

Recent Examples of Synonyms for tumult

Noun

With some flashing lights, this thing flying around in the sky would cause quite a commotion.

— Chelsea Gohd, Space.com, 2 July 2026
Any browns feeding there are less likely to have been spooked by the commotion.

— Tom Opre, Outdoor Life, 2 July 2026

Definition of commotion

Noun

The rebuild of the talent line-up comes after the upheaval at the program that has occurred since Bari Weiss joined CBS News as edtior in chief in October.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 8 July 2026
That led to political upheaval in several nations, including the United Kingdom and France.

— David Goldman, CNN Money, 8 July 2026

Definition of upheaval

Noun

With breaking the sound barrier comes a sonic boom, a massive noise disturbance that led the FAA to ban supersonic flight over land in the first place.

— Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 6 July 2026
These persons came to our city with the intent on causing harm, injury, and destruction, bringing harassment, disturbances, and mayhem.

— Kelsie Cairns, FOXNews.com, 6 July 2026

Definition of disturbance

Noun

Chevron benefits from unrest in the Middle East and other factors that can elevate energy prices.

— Catherine Brock, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026
Shows of extravagance like these have not been met with kindness in a world torn by war, inflation, soaring gas prices and political unrest.

— Marc Malkin, Variety, 2 July 2026

Definition of unrest

Noun

The three most common triggers included fear of strange people, fear of unfamiliar dogs and fear of unfamiliar situations like unexpected noises or objects on the sidewalk.

— Ryan Brennan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 July 2026
For instance, in Berkeley, neighbors used CEQA — citing potential noise impact from partying students — to delay, for years, UC Berkeley’s construction of student dorms on People’s Park.

— Iris Kwok, Los Angeles Times, 6 July 2026

Definition of noise

Noun

Challenges to the studies include cooperation of participants as the outbreak is occurring in an area of armed conflict and political turmoil which could hinder recruitment.

— Omer Awan, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026
Investing in gold can diversify your portfolio, as it’s seen as a safe-haven investment during times of uncertainty or turmoil and as an inflation hedge.

— Liz Knueven, CNBC, 7 July 2026

Definition of turmoil

Noun

Many American poets have written hymns and howls, declarations and outcries for this country that brims with so many people, and so many hopes, from all over the world.

— Scott Simon, NPR, 4 July 2026
The engine delivers a deep, purposeful hum rather than an all-out howl as the gears disappear in quick succession.

— Matthew MacConnell, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026

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