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Uproar: meaning, definitions and examples

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uproar

 

[ ˈʌp.rɔː ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

public

A state of commotion, excitement, or violent disturbance.

Synonyms

chaos, commotion, disturbance, turmoil

Examples of usage

  • The announcement caused an uproar among the fans.
  • The decision to increase taxes led to an uproar in the community.
  • The controversial article sparked an uproar in the media and online.
Context #2 | Noun

formal

A loud and impassioned noise or disturbance.

Synonyms

clamor, din, outcry, ruckus

Examples of usage

  • The protesters created an uproar outside the government building.
  • The thunderstorm caused an uproar with its strong winds and heavy rain.
Context #3 | Verb

informal

To make a loud noise or cause a commotion.

Synonyms

celebrate, cheer, roar, shout

Examples of usage

  • The children uproared with laughter during the comedy show.
  • The fans uproared in excitement when their team scored a goal.

Translations

Translations of the word "uproar" in other languages:

🇵🇹 alvoroço

🇮🇳 कोलाहल

🇩🇪 Aufruhr

🇮🇩 keributan

🇺🇦 гамір

🇵🇱 wrzawa

🇯🇵 騒動 (そうどう)

🇫🇷 tumulte

🇪🇸 alboroto

🇹🇷 gürültü

🇰🇷 소란 (soran)

🇸🇦 ضجة

🇨🇿 vřava

🇸🇰 rozruch

🇨🇳 骚动 (sāodòng)

🇸🇮 razburjenje

🇮🇸 uppnám

🇰🇿 айғай

🇬🇪 ხმაური

🇦🇿 hay-küy

🇲🇽 alboroto

Etymology

The word 'uproar' originated in the late 16th century from the Middle French word 'huproar', which came from the Old French 'huproer' meaning 'make a noise'. It has been used over the centuries to describe situations of loud disturbances, commotion, or excitement.

See also: uproarious.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #16,318, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.