turbulent

US /ˈtɝː.bjə.lənt/
UK /ˈtɝː.bjə.lənt/
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1.

characterized by conflict, disorder, or confusion; not controlled or calm

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The country has a turbulent history.
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Their relationship went through a turbulent period.
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stormytempestuousunstableunsettleddisorderly
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calmpeacefulstableserenetranquil
2.

(of air or water) moving unsteadily or violently

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The plane experienced severe turbulent air.
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The river was turbulent after the heavy rains.
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choppyroughagitatedviolentunsteady
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smoothcalmstillplacid
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turbulence