TU'MULT, n. L. tumultus, a derivative from tumeo, to swell.
1. The commotion, disturbance or agitation of a multitude, usually accompanied with great noise, uproar and confusion of voices.
What meaneth the noise of this tumult? 1 Samuel 4 .
Till in loud tumult all the Greeks arose.
2. Violent commotion or agitation with confusion of sounds as the tumult of the elements.
3. Agitation high excitement irregular or confused motion as the tumult of the spirits or passions.
4. Bustle stir.
TU'MULT, To make a tumult to be in great commotion.
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