noun
ruckus
RUH-kuhs
Ruckus (noun) means a noisy disturbance or commotion. Example: “The dogs caused a ruckus barking at the mail carrier.”
noun
1
A noisy disturbance or commotion.
"The dogs caused a ruckus barking at the mail carrier."
"There was a huge ruckus in the stands after the referee's call."
How to use ruckus
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA loud, chaotic fuss or uproar.
Easily confused with
Common pairings
cause a ruckus
raise a ruckus
kick up a ruckus
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Word forms
- Plural
- ruckuses
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Etymology
First recorded around 1890, probably blending "ruction" and "rumpus," both meaning a disturbance.
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Frequently asked questions
What does “ruckus” mean?
The word “ruckus” means a noisy disturbance or commotion. In plain terms, a loud, chaotic fuss or uproar.
How do you pronounce “ruckus”?
“Ruckus” is pronounced RUH-kuhs (/ˈɹʌkəs/ in IPA).
How do you use “ruckus” in a sentence?
Here is “ruckus” used in a sentence: “The dogs caused a ruckus barking at the mail carrier.”
What is another word for “ruckus”?
Words with a similar meaning to “ruckus” include ruction, rumpus and uproar.
What part of speech is “ruckus”?
“Ruckus” is a noun.
Where does the word “ruckus” come from?
The word “ruckus” dates back to around 1890. First recorded around 1890, probably blending "ruction" and "rumpus," both meaning a disturbance.
