Ruckus

Pronunciation

• Rhymes: -ÊŒkÉ™s

Origin

Recorded since 1890; probably a blend of ruction 'disturbance' and rumpus 'disturbance, fracas'.

Full definition of ruckus

Noun

1. A noisy disturbance and/or commotion.
2. A row, fight.

Synonyms

• uproar
• ruction
• rumpus