Mayhem Definition & Meaning
mayhem
- noun
- the willful and unlawful crippling or mutilation of another person
- violent and needless disturbance
"Mayhem" in song lyrics
See how mayhem is used in real songs:
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"Avalanches, causin' total mayhem"
9th Prince f/ Islord, Ruthless Bastards, T.M.F. — Generation Next -
"war, weapons of destruction, mayhem"
Aceyalone — I Think I Know Too Much -
"Smart bombs, J-DAMS, bring mayhem"
Aceyalone — Takeoff
Words that rhyme with mayhem
Usage tips for "mayhem"
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does mayhem mean?
- the willful and unlawful crippling or mutilation of another person violent and needless disturbance
- What part of speech is mayhem?
- Mayhem is a noun.
- How many definitions does mayhem have?
- Mayhem has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).