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Synonyms & Similar Words
chaos
destruction
mayhem
turmoil
upheaval
bedlam
pandemonium
disorder
confusion
anarchy
lawlessness
riot
tumult
commotion
disturbance
unrest
rebellion
insurrection
mutiny
sedition
subversion
turmoil
cataclysm
devastation
wreckage
ruin
calamity
disaster
cataclysmic
catastrophic
Meaning of Havoc
A state of chaos, destruction, and disorder, especially one that is caused by violent or uncontrolled behavior
Definitions
- To cause chaos, destruction, and disorder, especially in a deliberate or reckless manner
Example Uses
- The hurricane wreaked havoc on the coastal town, destroying buildings and uprooting trees
- The new policy has caused havoc in the industry, leading to widespread job losses and financial instability
- The rioters ran amok, causing havoc and destruction in the city center
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
order
calm
peace
serenity
tranquility
stability
harmony
coherence
consistency
uniformity
discipline
control
regulation
moderation
restraint
composure
sobriety
sanity
reason
logic
method
system
organization