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mayhem
noun
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Divide mayhem into syllables:

may · hem

How to pronounce mayhem:

Definition of mayhem:

mayhem (noun):
any violent destruction or confusion
needless or willful damage or violence
the willful and unlawful crippling or mutilation of another person.

Synonyms for mayhem:

assault
attack
barbarity
brutality
chaos
commotion
confusion
crime
criminal offense
crippling
damage
destruction
disorder
foul play
fracas
harm
havoc
hurt
injury
law-breaking
maiming
mutilation
offence
offense
outrage
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Antonyms for mayhem:

agreement
arrangement
blessing
calm
calmness
composure
contentedness
contentment
control
decorousness
decorum
discipline
ease
frigidity
good fortune
good luck
government
happiness
harmony
health
hush
integrity
law
law and order
lawful behaviour
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