Synonyms

uproar

American

[uhp-rawr, -rohr] / ˈʌpˌrɔr, -ˌroʊr /

noun

a state of violent and noisy disturbance, as of a multitude; turmoil.

Synonyms:

furor, hubbub, commotion, turbulence, tumult
an instance of this.

Synonyms:

clamor

uproar British

/ ˈʌpˌrɔː /

noun

a commotion or disturbance characterized by loud noise and confusion; turmoil

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uproar Idioms

see make a scene (an uproar).

Related Words

See disorder.

Etymology

Origin of uproar

1520–30; < Dutch oproer revolt, tumult, translation of German Aufruhr; sense and spelling influenced by roar

Example Sentences

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CBP fired the laser thinking it was aiming at cartel drones, leading the FAA to close the airspace over El Paso—and causing an uproar in Washington.

From The Wall Street Journal

Despite the uproar, experts said the salute by Smith and Carlos was a defining moment for Black people, galvanizing the Civil Rights Movement.

From Los Angeles Times

This latest uproar could be another strange cultural breakthrough.

From The Wall Street Journal

The place was in an uproar, and Upton’s face grew purple.

From Literature

There was an uproar from the other birds as she flew out of its way, then perched again and lunged just as it was about to take another egg.

From Literature

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