Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

topsy-turvydom

noun
/ˈtɒp.si ˈtɜːr.vi.dəm/
Definition
A state of confusion or disorder, where things are turned upside down.
Examples
  • The office was in a state of topsy-turvydom after the unexpected staff reorganization.
  • After the storm, the garden was left in complete topsy-turvydom, with plants uprooted and debris scattered everywhere.
Meaning
Topsy-turvydom refers to a chaotic situation or environment where the usual order is disrupted, often resulting in confusion or disarray.
Synonyms
  • chaos
  • confusion
  • disorder
  • turmoil