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-derivedCommon 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.