pandemonium pan-duh-MOH-nee-uhm noun WS #30

wild and noisy disorder or confusion; uproar; a state of extreme confusion and noise

1. Pandemonium erupted in the stadium when the home team scored the winning goal in overtime.
2. The fire alarm created pandemonium in the office building as everyone rushed toward the exits.
3. When the celebrity appeared unexpectedly, pandemonium ensued as fans screamed and pushed to get closer.
4. Pandemonium broke out at the airport when flights were cancelled due to the severe weather.
5. The announcement of the surprise test caused pandemonium in the classroom as students frantically searched for their notes.