Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
rififi
Noun
/ˈriːfiːfi/
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Definition
A brawl or riot; used in informal contexts to describe a noisy disturbance.
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Examples
- After the football match, there was a rififi outside the stadium as fans clashed.
- The party ended in rififi when two friends got into a heated argument.
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Meaning
Rififi typically refers to a tumultuous situation, often involving loud arguments or physical altercations, particularly among groups.
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Synonyms
- brawl
- scuffle
- fracas
- ruckus