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turmoil

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /ˈtɜːrmɔɪl/ · UK /ˈtɜːmɔɪl/

turmoil means: A state of great confusion, trouble, or strong, mixed feelings.

noun

CONFUSION AND TROUBLEC1

A state of great confusion, trouble, or strong, mixed feelings.

  • The country was in turmoil.
  • She felt inner turmoil after their argument.
  • Political turmoil has damaged the economy.

How to use it: in turmoil (His mind was in turmoil after the news.)

Similar words: upheaval, confusion, chaos

Opposites: calm, order

Common phrases: in turmoil, political turmoil, emotional turmoil

Questions about turmoil

What does turmoil mean?

A state of great confusion, trouble, or strong, mixed feelings.

What is turmoil in other languages?

Türkçe: kargaşa · Español: agitación · Français: agitation · Deutsch: Aufruhr · Italiano: tumulto · 日本語: 混乱

How do you pronounce turmoil?

In American English /ˈtɜːrmɔɪl/; in British English /ˈtɜːmɔɪl/.

How do you use turmoil in a sentence?

The country was in turmoil. She felt inner turmoil after their argument.

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