訩 (xiōng) - Tumultuous — describes a state of clamor, uproar, & often used in classical or literary contexts to

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xiōng ｜ 11 strokes ｜ radical:

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訩 · xiōng

Tumultuous — describes a state of clamor, uproar, or contentious dispute;

often used in classical or literary contexts to depict conflict and disorder.

Tumultuous — describes a state of clamor, uproar,often used in classical or literary contexts to

Usage highlights

Tumultuous clamorContentious litigationTumult and disorderDisputatious strifeAggrieved and clamorousUproarious and quarrelsome

Synonyms

  • 喧— noisy, clamorous
  • 吵— quarrel, argue
  • 爭— dispute, contend

Antonyms

  • 和— harmonious, peaceful
  • 靜— quiet, calm
  • 安— tranquil, safe

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The crowd was in an uproar (訩訩).
  • They disputed vehemently (訩訟).
  • The situation was tumultuous (訩亂).
  • A clamorous argument (訩爭).

Collocations

  • Tumultuous clamor(訩訩)
  • Contentious litigation(訩訟)
  • Tumult and disorder(訩亂)
  • Disputatious strife(訩爭)
  • Aggrieved and clamorous(冤訩)
  • Uproarious and quarrelsome(訩譊)

Idioms

  • The people are full of grievance and clamor(民訩冤盈)
  • A clamorous and contentious debate(訩譊不已)
  • Tumult and strife fill the roads(道路訩譊)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Primarily found in classical Chinese texts, often describing social unrest or legal disputes.
  • Reflects traditional values that discourage public discord and emphasize harmony.
  • The character's composition with '言' (speech) radical underscores its connection to verbal conflict.

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