adjective

turbulent

turbulent, unstable, violent

The turbulent water made swimming dangerous.

The turbulent water made swimming dangerous.

He has had a turbulent political career.

He has had a turbulent political career.

a turbulent ((noun)) characterized by conflict, disorder, or confusion He has had a turbulent political career.

Synonyms: stormy, unstable, chaotic; Antonyms: calm, peaceful

From Latin 'turbulentus', related to 'turba' (turmoil, crowd).

Describes something that is full of turbulence, like stormy seas or a chaotic period in history.

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