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ruckus

noun

Simple meaning

A raucous disturbance and/or commotion.

Pronunciation

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ruhkuhs

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IPA pronunciation (US)

ˈɹʌkəs

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Definition

Everyday modern meanings first, grouped by part of speech.

noun

  1. A raucous disturbance and/or commotion.

  2. A row, fight.

Word at a Glance

Difficulty
C2 · Proficient (estimated)
Frequency
Rare

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Aura for this meaning

This meaning: A raucous disturbance and/or commotion.

Used this way, ruckus is a reasonably familiar word that usually carries little praise or criticism of its own. It usually sounds natural in a wide range of settings.

Emotional tone
Neutral
Formality
Neutral
Intensity
Not strongly marked
How common
Moderately common
Connotation
Matter-of-fact
Usage feel
Neutral and straightforward

Nearby words

  • rumpus , rarer, so it draws attention

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Synonyms

Sense: raucous disturbance and/or commotion

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