Roil

usgb/rɔɪl/
verb

To make (a liquid) turbid or muddy by stirring up sediment.

The storm roiled the waters of the lake.
Visual representation of "roil" - to make (a liquid) turbid or muddy by stirring up sediment.

Often appears as...

  • roil water
  • roil emotions

Usage tips

Neutral

stir up, disturb, agitate

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Literal Use

This definition is often used when talking about physical liquids.

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The river roiled after the heavy rain.
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Metaphorical Use

It can also describe emotional disturbance.

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Her anger roiled within her.
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Usage in Literature

Commonly found in poetic contexts to evoke imagery.

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The winds roiled the sea in the poet's verse.
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