Babel
/ˈbeɪbl/noun
A place or scene where things are confused or disorderly.
The construction site was a babel of noise and activity.
Often appears as...
- babel of voices
- babel of languages
Usage tips
Formal
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Confusion
Used when many elements create a disorganized situation.
Between the crying children and the traffic, the street corner was a babel.
Pro Tip 2/3Metaphorical Use
Not just for sound, can refer to any situation that's chaotic.
Her desk was a babel of post-its and unsorted documents.
Pro Tip 3/3Intensity
Implies an intense level of disorder, often overwhelming.
After the game's release, the forum became a babel of opinions.
Compare with
bedlamchaosconfusiondisarraydisordermayhempandemoniumturmoil
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