Noun Definition
upheaval
1.Definition: (geology) a rise of land to a higher elevation (as in the process of mountain building)
Category: General2.Definition: a state of violent disturbance and disorder (as in politics or social conditions generally)
Related Noun(s):turbulence
Category: General3.Definition: a violent disturbance
Related Noun(s):convulsion, turmoil
Category: General4.Definition: disturbance usually in protest
Related Noun(s):agitation, excitement, hullabaloo, turmoil
Category: General