First Known Use: 15th century
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1havoc
noun hav·oc \ˈha-vək, -vik\
: a situation in which there is much destruction or confusion
Full Definition of HAVOC
1
: wide and general destruction : devastation
2
: great confusion and disorder <the blackout caused havoc in the city>
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Origin of HAVOC
Middle English havok, from Anglo-French, modification of Old French havot plunder
Related to HAVOC
- Synonyms
- chance-medley, confusion, disarrangement, disarray, dishevelment, disorder, disorderedness, disorderliness, disorganization, free-for-all, chaos, heck, hell, jumble, mare's nest, mess, messiness, misorder, muddle, muss, shambles, snake pit, tumble, welter
- Antonyms
- order, orderliness
2havoc
verb
hav·ockedhav·ock·ing
HAVOC Defined for Kids
havoc
noun hav·oc \ˈha-vək\
Definition of HAVOC for Kids
1
: wide destruction <The storm wreaked havoc.>
2
: great confusion and lack of order <My young nephews caused havoc.>
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