amuck

/əˈmʌk/

Definitions

1. verb

to be in a state of wild or uncontrolled chaos, confusion, or frenzy.

“The rioters ran amuck through the streets, causing destruction and panic.”

2. adverb

in a state of wild or uncontrolled chaos, confusion, or frenzy.

“The crowd was running amuck, and the police struggled to regain control.”

3. adverb

in a state of confusion or panic.

“The fire alarm went off, and the students were running amuck through the corridors.”

Synonyms

  • helter-skelter
  • pell-mell

Antonyms

  • disciplined
  • orderly