tumult
/ˈtumʌlt/
noun
- A loud, confused noise, especially caused by a large group of people.
- The tumult of the crowd outside the stadium could be heard from blocks away.
- She tried to sleep, but the tumult from the street party kept her awake.
- The sudden tumult in the hallway made everyone stop and listen.
- A state of confusion, disorder, or agitation.
- The country fell into political tumult after the election results were disputed.
- The classroom was in a tumult when the teacher stepped out for a moment.
- His mind was in a tumult after hearing the shocking news.