What is another word for affrays?
Pronunciation: [ɐfɹˈe͡ɪz] (IPA) 
Affray, which means a noisy disturbance or brawl, has plenty of synonyms in the English language. Some of these include tumult, riot, altercation, melee, skirmish, fray, quarrel, commotion, and rumpus. Each of these synonyms emphasizes a slightly different aspect of the disruptive behavior that affrays embody. A riot is a larger, more violent version of an affray, while a skirmish is a small-scale, brief scuffle. A commotion implies general chaos and confusion, while a rumpus suggests noisy and boisterous behavior. Whatever the word used, it's clear that affrays are never pleasant experiences for those involved or nearby.
