turmoil

noun
UK: /ˈtɜːmɔɪl/
US: /ˈtɜːrmɔɪl/

  1. A state of great disturbance, confusion, or uncertainty.

    1. The country is in turmoil now.
    2. The stock market experienced significant turmoil after the announcement.

  2. A situation characterized by strong emotions and internal conflict.

    1. He felt turmoil after his mistake.
    2. Her mind was in turmoil as she tried to make a decision about her future.

Synonyms

upheaval agitation confusion disturbance commotion unrest disorder

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "turmoil" in English means: A state of great disturbance, confusion, or uncertainty., A situation characterized by strong emotions and internal conflict..

The phonetic transcription of "turmoil" is /ˈtɜːmɔɪl/ in British English and /ˈtɜːrmɔɪl/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "turmoil": upheaval, agitation, confusion, disturbance, commotion, unrest, disorder.

Example usage of "turmoil": "The country is in turmoil now.". More examples on the page.