Definitions
- Describing a state of chaos or disorder caused by a large group of people. - Referring to a loud and confusing noise or disturbance. - Talking about a situation that is full of confusion, agitation, or emotional upheaval.
- Describing a state of noisy and chaotic activity or disturbance. - Referring to a sudden and loud uproar or disturbance. - Talking about a situation that is full of confusion, excitement, or agitation.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe a state of disturbance or chaos.
- 2Both words can refer to a noisy or loud situation.
- 3Both words can be used to describe a situation that is full of confusion or agitation.
What is the difference?
- 1Intensity: Tumult suggests a more intense and violent disturbance than commotion.
- 2Cause: Tumult often implies a large group of people causing the disturbance, while commotion can be caused by various factors.
- 3Duration: Commotion is often shorter-lived than tumult, which can last for an extended period.
- 4Emotion: Tumult can imply a more emotional or passionate response than commotion.
- 5Connotation: Tumult has a more negative connotation than commotion, which can be neutral or positive depending on the context.
Remember this!
Tumult and commotion are synonyms that describe a state of disturbance or chaos. However, tumult suggests a more intense and violent disturbance caused by a large group of people, while commotion can be caused by various factors and is often shorter-lived. Additionally, tumult can imply a more emotional or negative response than commotion.
