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Bedlam
01
an outdated and offensive term once used to describe a hospital or institution for people with mental illnesses
Examples
In the 18th century, patients with severe disorders were often confined to a bedlam.
Historical records describe the harsh conditions inside London's Bedlam Hospital.
02
a noisy and disorderly situation where there is extreme confusion and lack of control
Examples
The shopping mall was pure bedlam during the holiday sales.
Chaos turned the stadium into bedlam after the final whistle.
