turbulence

Sometimes tur·bu·len·cy

[tur-byuh-luhns]

noun

1. the quality or state of being turbulent; violent disorder or commotion.

2. Hydraulics.,  the haphazard secondary motion caused by eddies within a moving fluid.

3. Meteorology.,  irregular motion of the atmosphere, as that indicated by gusts and lulls in the wind.

turbulence

/ ˈtɜːbjʊləns, ˈtɜːbjʊˌlənsɪ /

noun

1. a state or condition of confusion, movement, or agitation; disorder

2. meteorol local instability in the atmosphere, oceans, or rivers

3. turbulent flow in a liquid or gas

turbulence

1. Chaotic or unstable eddying motion in a fluid. Avoiding excessive turbulence generated around moving objects (such as airplanes), which can make their motion inefficient and difficult to control, is a major factor in aerodynamic design.

Word History and Origins

Origin of turbulence¹

From the Late Latin word turbulentia, dating back to 1590–1600. See turbulent, -ence

Example Sentences

“We expect a period of short-term turbulence across oil, equities and currencies as some investors reposition.”

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The CEO acknowledged the “turbulence” brought by the tariffs agenda, but said that original equipment manufacturers, “have largely navigated it well.”

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The company said in July that it would cut production and staffing as many customers adopted a wait-and-see approach amid turbulence triggered by trade barriers and tariffs.

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Foreign currency reserves are also diminishing as Argentines rush to the safety of the dollar to hedge against economic turbulence risks ahead of Sunday’s midterm elections.

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So, though Rohl is only 36, he's had experience of football's turbulence.

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Related Words

• conflict 
• confusion 
• disturbance 
• instability 
• tumult 
• turmoil 
• unrest