Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hear-a-commotion
phrase
/hɪər ə kəˈmoʊʃən/
Definition
To perceive a loud noise or disturbance in one’s vicinity.
Examples
- When I heard a commotion outside, I rushed to the window to see what was happening.
- She paused her reading to hear a commotion coming from the kitchen.
- The students were startled to hear a commotion in the hallway during the test.
Meaning
The act of listening to or becoming aware of a sudden noise that causes a stir or activity.
Synonyms
- hear a racket
- listen to a disturbance
- catch a noise
- witness a row
