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tumultuous

3 antonyms and opposites of tumultuous, grouped by meaning.

Adj — Loud, chaotic, and full of noisy excitement.

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How to use tumultuous

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tumultuous applause tumultuous relationship tumultuous times

Etymology

From Latin tumultuosus, "restless" or "turbulent," built on tumultus, the same root behind "tumult."

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Frequently asked questions

What does “tumultuous” mean?

The word “tumultuous” means loud, chaotic, and full of noisy excitement. In plain terms, wildly noisy or chaotic — used for crowds cheering just as often as for stormy periods of upheaval.

How do you pronounce “tumultuous”?

“Tumultuous” is pronounced tyuu-MUHL-tyuu-uhs (/tuˈmʌl.t͡ʃu.əs/ in IPA).

How do you use “tumultuous” in a sentence?

Here is “tumultuous” used in a sentence: “The band walked off stage to tumultuous applause.”

What is the opposite of “tumultuous”?

The opposite of “tumultuous” — its antonyms — are untumultuous, quiet and calm.

What part of speech is “tumultuous”?

“Tumultuous” is an adjective.

Where does the word “tumultuous” come from?

The word “tumultuous” comes from Latin. From Latin tumultuosus, "restless" or "turbulent," built on tumultus, the same root behind "tumult.".

How many meanings does “tumultuous” have?

“Tumultuous” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: loud, chaotic, and full of noisy excitement.

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tumult tumultuary tumultuate tumultuation tumultus tumulus

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