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turbulent

🇬🇧 UK/'tɜːbjʊl(ə)nt/🇺🇸 US/'tә:bjulәnt/
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Definitions

adj.

Characterized by disorder, agitation, or violent disturbance; (of fluid or air) moving in an irregular, disruptive way.

动荡的,混乱的;湍急的

🧩 Root Breakdown

Root-derived
turbdisturb, confuse, crowd
+
ulconnector
+
entperforming, being in a state
=turbulent

Common Collocations

  • 1.turbulent times动荡时期
  • 2.turbulent relationship跌宕起伏的关系
  • 3.turbulent history动荡的历史
  • 4.turbulent waters湍急的水流

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    The flight experienced severe turbulent conditions.

  • 2.

    The turbulent river made it impossible for the rescue team to cross safely.

  • 3.

    She grew up during a turbulent period in her country's history.

  • 4.

    The startup had a turbulent first year, losing two CEOs and nearly going bankrupt.

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