uproar — a loud and impassioned noise or disturbance
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a loud and impassioned noise or disturbance
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈʌprɔːr/
Example Sentences
- The teacher's decision to give a pop quiz caused such an uproar that even the principal heard it from his office.
- There was a huge uproar when the company announced they were removing free coffee from the break room.
- The politician's controversial statement created an uproar in the parliament.
uproar
NOUN[/ˈʌprɔːr/]
a loud and impassioned noise or disturbance
a loud and impassioned noise or disturbance
The uproar at the door shakes the floor!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Formed in the 16th century from the combination of 'up' (upward) and 'roar' (to make a loud sound). The compound originally described a loud commotion or disturbance, evoking the image of sound surging upward.
Breakdown
up- (upward) + roar (to make a loud, deep sound) = a loud disturbance or tumultuous noise that rises up.
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📝Examples
“The teacher's decision to give a pop quiz caused such an uproar that even the principal heard it from his office.”
“There was a huge uproar when the company announced they were removing free coffee from the break room.”
“The politician's controversial statement created an uproar in the parliament.”
“The new dress code policy caused an uproar among the employees.”
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