Turmoil

usgb/ˈtɜːrmɔɪl/
noun

A state of great disturbance, confusion, or uncertainty.

The country was in turmoil after the general election.
Visual representation of "turmoil" - A state of great disturbance, confusion, or uncertainty

Often appears as...

  • political turmoil
  • emotional turmoil
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Outside Events

Use 'turmoil' to describe situations affected by unexpected or significant events.

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The stock market went into turmoil following the unexpected news.
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Intensity

'Turmoil' often indicates a high level of intensity and seriousness in a situation.

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The city was in turmoil during the riots.
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Public Sphere

'Turmoil' is commonly used with issues in the public domain, like politics or economics.

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The government reshuffle caused political turmoil.
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agitationchaoscommotionconfusiondisorderdisturbancepandemoniumtumultturbulenceupheaval
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