Synonyms for

Bedlam

Verb / ˈbedlʌm / Another word for bedlam — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a scene of uproar and confusion

Synonyms & similar words

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Example sentences

  1. The party turned into bedlam when the music got louder.
  2. The zoo was bedlam during feeding time.
  3. The marketplace was bedlam with vendors shouting and customers bargaining.
  4. The classroom was bedlam when the teacher stepped out.
  5. The traffic was bedlam during rush hour.

Quotes

  • It was bedlam, pure bedlam, and the most wonderful fun.
  • We were in bedlam, in a state of chaos.
  • When you put chaos and bedlam together, you get a lot of fun.

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