turbulence

Definition

  • noun: sudden, violent movements of air or water
  • noun: the quality or state of being 'turbulent'
  • synonyms: tumultuousness, commotion, tumult

Examples

  • The plane hit quite a bit of 'turbulence' during our flight.

  • A period of 'turbulence' preceded the riots.

  • political/economic/emotional 'turbulence'

Movie quotes

  • (..) In my trials... And my tribulations... Through all doubts... And frustrations... In my violence... In my turbulence... Through my fear... And my confessions... In my anguish... And my pain... Through my Joy... (..)
    1993 Free Willy