1. (n.) The commotion or agitation of a multitude, usually accompanied with great noise, uproar, and confusion of voices; hurly-burly; noisy confusion.
2. (n.) Violent commotion or agitation, with confusion of sounds; as, the tumult of the elements.
3. (n.) Irregular or confused motion; agitation; high excitement; as, the tumult of the spirits or passions.
4. (v. i.) To make a tumult; to be in great commotion.
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