kerfuffle
nounDivide kerfuffle into syllables:
ker · fuf · fle
How to pronounce kerfuffle:
Definition of kerfuffle:
- kerfuffle (noun):
- a disturbance or commotion typically caused by a dispute or conflict
Synonyms for kerfuffle:
commotion
convulsion
disorder
disruption
disturbance
earthquake
flutter
garboil
hoo-ha
hoo-hah
hurly burly
incident
splash
stir
storm
storm center
storm centre
tempest
to-do
tumult
tumultuousness
upheaval
uproar
Antonyms for kerfuffle:
agreement
aid
arrangement
calm
calmness
composure
concurrence
contentedness
contentment
delay
ease
equanimity
frigidity
happiness
harmony
health
help
hush
idleness
imperturbability
inaction
inactivity
lack of disturbance
lack of interruption
laziness
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