rumpus
word
Definition
A loud noise, commotion, or disturbance, especially when caused by people arguing, playing, or protesting.
Usage & Nuances
Mainly informal and often used for noisy situations involving children or groups. Common phrases: 'make a rumpus', 'cause a rumpus'. It refers to noise and disturbance, not physical damage.
Spanish: alboroto - jaleo - escándaloPortuguese (BR): confusão - bagunça - barulho (tumulto)Portuguese (PT): confusão - alvoroço - barulho (tumulto)Chinese (Simplified): 喧闹 - 吵闹Chinese (Traditional): 喧鬧 - 吵鬧Hindi: हंगामा - शोरगुलArabic: ضجة - جلبة
Example Sentences
Please don't make a rumpus while your sister is studying.
basic
All that rumpus was just because someone spilled juice on the carpet.
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If you cause a rumpus at the meeting, the boss will get annoyed.
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There was such a rumpus in the hallway last night that nobody could sleep.
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The children made a rumpus in the living room.
basic
There was a rumpus outside the school.
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