Ruckus/ˈrʌkəs/ Definition 1 of 2Pro Tip 1/3Often Negative Ruckus usually describes disruptions considered negative or unwanted. His shouting in the library caused quite a ruckus. Pro Tip 2/3Informal Contexts Use 'ruckus' in casual conversation rather than formal writing or speech. The kids next door are always making a ruckus. Pro Tip 3/3Subjective Perception Sometimes a ruckus may be bothersome to some but unimportant to others. I slept fine last night despite the ruckus from the storm.