ETYM Latin commotio: cf. French commotion. Related to Motion.
The act of making a noisy disturbance; SYN. din, ruction, ruckus, rumpus, tumult.
A temperament that is perturbed and lacking in composure.
An excited state of agitation; SYN. pother, fuss, tizzy, flap.
ETYM Cf. Old Fren. excitement, escitement.
The state of being excited.