turbulent

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

动荡的, 混乱的, 骚乱的

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

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The country has a turbulent history.
这个国家有一段动荡的历史。
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Their relationship went through a turbulent period.
他们的关系经历了一段动荡的时期。
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stormytempestuousunstableunsettleddisorderly
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calmpeacefulstableserenetranquil
2.

湍急的, 紊乱的, 汹涌的

(of air or water) moving unsteadily or violently

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The plane experienced severe turbulent air.
飞机遇到了严重的湍流。
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The river was turbulent after the heavy rains.
大雨过后，河水变得湍急。
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choppyroughagitatedviolentunsteady
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smoothcalmstillplacid
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turbulence