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(ker-fuf-fle) 3 syllables

Definition

noun. a commotion or fuss, especially one caused by conflicting views.

Example Sentence

There was a kerfuffle in the office when the new policy was announced.

More Example Sentences

The unexpected announcement caused quite a kerfuffle among the students.

Synonyms

commotion; fuss; uproar

Antonyms

calm; peace; order

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Rhymes

  • duffel
  • duffell
  • kuffel
  • muffle
  • ruffle
  • scuffle
  • shuffle
  • truffle

  • kerfuffle
  • reshuffle
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