noun
hooliganism
HOO-lih-guhn-ihz-uhm
Hooliganism (noun) means Violent, destructive, or rowdy behaviour typical of hooligans. Example: “The match was suspended due to acts of hooliganism in the stands.”
noun
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Violent, destructive, or rowdy behaviour typical of hooligans.
"The match was suspended due to acts of hooliganism in the stands."
How to use hooliganism
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishRowdy, destructive group behaviour, especially linked to sports crowds.
Common pairings
acts of hooliganism
football hooliganism
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Word forms
- Plural
- hooliganisms
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Etymology
Formed from hooligan plus the suffix -ism.
Synonyms
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vandalism
malicious mischief
Related words
Rhymes for hooliganism
humanism
veganism
organism
shamanism
mechanism
microorganism
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equestrianism
utilitarianism
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Frequently asked questions
What does “hooliganism” mean?
The word “hooliganism” means violent, destructive, or rowdy behaviour typical of hooligans. In plain terms, rowdy, destructive group behaviour, especially linked to sports crowds.
How do you pronounce “hooliganism”?
“Hooliganism” is pronounced HOO-lih-guhn-ihz-uhm (/ˈhu.lɪ.ɡən.ɪz.əm/ in IPA).
How do you use “hooliganism” in a sentence?
Here is “hooliganism” used in a sentence: “The match was suspended due to acts of hooliganism in the stands.”
What part of speech is “hooliganism”?
“Hooliganism” is a noun.
