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Synonyms & Similar Words
chaos
turmoil
mayhem
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confusion
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lawlessness
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riot
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Meaning of Pandemonium
A state of utter chaos or uproar
Definitions
- A state of uproar or chaos, typically caused by a large number of people shouting or screaming
- * The capital of Hell in John Milton's epic poem Paradise Lost, where all the demons and fallen angels reside
Etymology of Pandemonium
The word "Pandemonium" has its roots in John Milton's Paradise Lost, where it is used to describe the capital of Hell
It is derived from the Greek words "pan" meaning all, and "demonium" meaning demon, literally meaning "all demons"
The word has been used in English since the 17th century to describe a place or state of chaos and uproar
Example Uses
- The city descended into pandemonium as the news of the natural disaster spread
- * The rock concert turned into pandemonium as the crowd surged forward
- * The classroom was in pandemonium as the students argued over the assignment
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
peace
quiet
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order
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