Melee (Noun)
Meaning
A noisy riotous fight.
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The sudden announcement of the concert's cancellation triggered a melee of screaming fans and pushing guards.
- Riot police descended upon the soccer stadium in an attempt to break up the melee that had erupted between rival teams.
- A melee broke out at the bar after one patron spilled a drink on another, sparking a heated argument that quickly escalated into violence.
- Witnesses described the scene as a chaotic melee of punching, kicking, and screaming as the protesters clashed with security forces.
- The wedding reception quickly turned into a melee when a guest insulted the bride, prompting the groom to throw a punch and start a brawl.