Definition

A situation or place where there is a lot of confusion and disorder.

Example

The room was in chaos after the party, with decorations everywhere and food spilled on the floor.

Conversation

Did you see the chaos at the concert last night?

Yes, it was wild! I couldn't believe how many people showed up.

I know, right? It felt like total chaos when the band started playing.

Definitely! But it was such an amazing experience despite the craziness.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Chaos → The word originates from the Greek 'chaos' (χάος), meaning emptiness or a vast void. In ancient cosmology, it referred to the primordial state of existence before the creation of the universe, characterized by disorder and confusion.

Memory Tip

Imagine a vast 'void' or 'emptiness' before anything existed — that's what chaos means, a state of complete disorder.

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