
Upheaval
Sudden Transition
Used to describe quick changes that disrupt normal routines.

The merger caused upheaval in the workflow.
Emotionally Charged
Often implies emotional stress or difficulty adjusting.

The move to the new city caused a lot of emotional upheaval.
Not Always Negative
Can lead to positive outcomes despite the initial problems.

The upheaval in the company resulted in better policies.
Compare with
ChaosCommotionDisruptionDisturbanceRevolutionTumultTurmoilUpset
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