Word: "... and the whole grey, dismal
pother
of life would be over, once and for all!"
1. A choking smoke or atmosphere of dust.
2.
a. Disturbance, commotion, turmoil, bustle; a tumult, uproar; a noise, din.
b. transf. A verbal commotion, stir, or fuss.
3. Mental perturbation or tumult; trouble, fuss; display of sorrow or grief.