n. [ L. commotio: cf. F. commotion. See Motion. ] 1. Disturbed or violent motion; agitation. [ 1913 Webster ]
[ What ] commotion in the winds ! Shak. [ 1913 Webster ]
2. A popular tumult; public disturbance; riot. [ 1913 Webster ]
When ye shall hear of wars and commotions. Luke xxi. 9. [ 1913 Webster ]
3. Agitation, perturbation, or disorder, of mind; heat; excitement. “He could not debate anything without some commotion.” Clarendon.
Syn. -- Excitement; agitation; perturbation; disturbance; tumult; disorder; violence. [ 1913 Webster ]