ruckus

[ruhk-uhs]

ruckus Definition

• 1. a noisy disturbance or commotion
• 2. a heated argument or disagreement

Using ruckus: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "ruckus" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The party next door was causing a ruckus all night.

• Example

  The teacher had to intervene when a ruckus broke out in the classroom.

• Example

  The political debate turned into a ruckus between the candidates.

ruckus Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for ruckus

• commotion
• uproar
• disturbance
• hullabaloo
• tumult

Phrases with ruckus

• kick up a ruckus

  to cause a noisy disturbance or commotion

  Example

  The protesters kicked up a ruckus outside the courthouse.

• raise a ruckus

  to make a loud and angry protest or complaint

  Example

  The citizens raised a ruckus when the city council proposed a new tax.

• make a ruckus

  to cause a noisy disturbance or commotion

  Example

  The kids were making a ruckus in the backyard, playing tag and shouting.

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Summary: ruckus in Brief

'Ruckus' [ruhk-uhs] refers to a noisy disturbance or commotion, often involving heated arguments or disagreements. It can be used in phrases like 'kick up a ruckus' or 'raise a ruckus,' meaning to cause a loud protest or complaint. Examples of its use include 'The party next door was causing a ruckus all night' and 'The political debate turned into a ruckus between the candidates.'