tumultuous
4 synonyms and 3 antonyms for tumultuous, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Loud, chaotic, and full of noisy excitement.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use tumultuous
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
tumultuous applause
tumultuous relationship
tumultuous times
Etymology
From Latin tumultuosus, "restless" or "turbulent," built on tumultus, the same root behind "tumult."
Full origin of tumultuous →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.
