turbulence
US /ˈtɝː.bjə.ləns/
UK /ˈtɝː.bjə.ləns/
1.
湍流, 紊流
violent or unsteady movement of air or water, or of some other fluid
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The plane experienced severe turbulence during the storm.
飞机在暴风雨中遭遇了剧烈颠簸。
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The river's turbulence made it difficult to navigate the boat.
河流的湍流使得船只难以航行。
2.
动荡, 混乱
a state of confusion or disorder
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The country is going through a period of political turbulence.
该国正在经历一段政治动荡时期。
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His mind was in a state of emotional turbulence.
他的思绪处于情感动荡之中。