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turbulent

UK
/ˈtɜːbjʊlənt/
US
/ˈtɜrbjələnt/

Translations

turbulentadjective
more turbulent
Comp.
most turbulent
Super.
UK
/ˈtɜːbjʊlənt/
US
/ˈtɜrbjələnt/
tumultueuxSe dit d’une période, d’une situation ou d’un contexte marqué par des troubles, des conflits ou de l’instabilité.
The turbulent political climate made it difficult for any new policies to be implemented.
Le climat politique tumultueux a rendu difficile la mise en œuvre de nouvelles politiques.
agitéSe dit d’une eau, d’une mer ou d’un mouvement violent et irrégulier.
The turbulent waters of the river made it dangerous for small boats to navigate.
Les eaux agitées de la rivière rendaient la navigation dangereuse pour les petites embarcations.
turbulentTerme technique en physique des fluides.
Engineers must account for turbulent flow when designing the cooling system.
Les ingénieurs doivent tenir compte de l’écoulement turbulent lors de la conception du système de refroidissement.
Synonyms
chaotic
unsettled
disorderly
tempestuous
wild
stormy
agitated
rough
upheaval
Antonyms
calm
peaceful
tranquil

Definitions

turbulentadjective
Characterized by conflict, disorder, or confusion; not stable or calm.
The turbulent political climate made it difficult for any new policies to be implemented.
Moving unsteadily or violently.
The turbulent waters of the river made it dangerous for small boats to navigate.
(of fluid flow) Characterized by chaotic or irregular fluctuations in velocity and pressure; exhibiting turbulence.
Engineers must account for turbulent flow when designing the cooling system.
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