welter
Pronunciation
Quick answer
A confused and disorganized mass or mixture of many different things.
Synonyms and antonyms
Synonyms
Usage notes
"Welter" almost always appears with "of," as in "a welter of complaints" or "a welter of information."
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "Buried under a _____ of paperwork, she couldn't find the one form she actually needed."
Answer: welter
In your own words, what does "welter" mean?
A confused and disorganized mass or mixture of many different things.
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