ratchment

/ˈrætʃmənt/

Definitions

1. noun

A group of people who are in a state of disorder or chaos, especially those who are rioting or looting.

“The city was put under a state of emergency after a group of rioters formed a ratchment outside the courthouse.”

Synonyms

  • crowd
  • mob

Antonyms

  • calm
  • order