Raise hell In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "raise hell", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Zesty Y calendar 2021-10-05 06:10

Meaning of Raise hell

Synonyms:

play hell with somebody/something , raise Cain/the devil

Raise hell phrase

To act in an uncontrolled, disordered, or disruptive way and spells trouble.

 

If I find the one raising hell on the street last night, I will punish him.

I got a scolding from my mom for raising hell in the class.

To create plenty of problems or disruptions for someone/something.
 

She moved the nest very carefully to prevent raising hell with the birds.

The appalling weather has raised hell with supplies of food to this region.

To say or do something stridently to show that you disagree with something or think it is bad.

 

It's no good raising hell about my decision. I won't change my mind.

Many people raised hell about the tax increase, but the government seems unlikely to change its policy.

Other phrases about:

kick up a fuss, stink, etc.
to become angry or complain about something unimportant.
piss and moan

To complain about something in an annoying way

ride (one's) hobby-horse

To frequently or constantly talk or complain about one's favourite topic or issue

It's better to light a candle than curse the darkness

This proverb advise us that we sholud do something to improve a problem rather than just complain about it.

to rant and rave

To show that you are annoyed by talking loudly and at great length (about someone or something).

Grammar and Usage of Raise hell

Verb Forms

  • raising hell
  • raised hell

The verb "raise" must be conjugated according to its tense.

 

Origin of Raise hell

The origin of this phrase is not clear.
 

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don't put the cart before the horse
Don't reverse the logical order of things
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