havoc

Meanings

• noun

  a state of chaos and destruction

  - "The aftermath of the storm was a scene of havoc."
  - "The riot caused havoc in the city."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈhæv.ək/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with havoc
mayhem , chaos , disaster

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Variants

List of all variants of havoc that leads to same result
havoc , havocs , havocked , havocking , wreak havoc , wreaked havoc , wreaking havoc , wreaks havoc , cried , cried havoc , cried over spilled milk , cried over spilt milk , cried wolf , cries , cries havoc , cries over spilled milk , cries over spilt milk , cries wolf , cry , cry havoc , cry over spilled milk , cry over spilt milk , cry wolf , crying , crying havoc , crying over spilled milk , crying over spilt milk , crying wolf

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Etymology

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From Middle English havoc, from Old French havoc 'seizure, capture', from havir 'to seize'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'havoc' was originally used in medieval warfare to refer to the spoils of war taken by the victor.

2. In the game Dungeons & Dragons, Havoc is a demon prince of the Nine Hells.

3. The term 'havoc' is also used in computing to refer to a situation where a computer system is damaged or destroyed.

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Related Concepts

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1. disaster: A large-scale event causing destruction and devastation.

2. chaos: A state of complete disorder and confusion.

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Culture

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In literature, havoc is often used to describe the destructive effects of natural disasters, wars, or riots. In art, it is a common theme in depictions of chaos and destruction. In music, it is a concept explored in heavy metal and hardcore genres.

How to Memorize "havoc"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a natural disaster or a riot causing destruction and chaos. Visualize the aftermath and the chaos that ensues.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word havoc with chaos and destruction. Remember the destructive effects of natural disasters, wars, or riots.

3. mnemonics
   

   - H - Havoc, H - Harm, A - Anarchy, V - Violence, O - Out of control, C - Chaos

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