noun
Uncommon
uproar
UHP-raw
Uproar (noun) means a loud, chaotic outburst of noise, protest, or anger. Example: “The announcement caused an uproar among fans.”
noun
1
A loud, chaotic outburst of noise, protest, or anger.
"The announcement caused an uproar among fans."
"There was uproar in the classroom when the fire alarm went off."
How to use uproar
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA noisy, angry commotion — either literal noise or public outrage.
Common pairings
cause an uproar
public uproar
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Word forms
- Plural
- uproars
- Third person singular
- uproars
- Past tense
- uproared
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Etymology
A loan-translation of Dutch oproer or German Aufruhr, reshaped in English as up + roar.
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What does “uproar” mean?
The word “uproar” means a loud, chaotic outburst of noise, protest, or anger. In plain terms, a noisy, angry commotion — either literal noise or public outrage.
How do you pronounce “uproar”?
“Uproar” is pronounced UHP-raw (/ˈʌpɹɔːɹ/ in IPA).
How do you use “uproar” in a sentence?
Here is “uproar” used in a sentence: “The announcement caused an uproar among fans.”
What is another word for “uproar”?
Words with a similar meaning to “uproar” include hue and cry.
What part of speech is “uproar”?
“Uproar” is a noun.
Where does the word “uproar” come from?
The word “uproar” comes from German. A loan-translation of Dutch oproer or German Aufruhr, reshaped in English as up + roar.
Is “uproar” a common word?
“Uproar” is an uncommon word in modern English.
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