turbulence

UK
/ˈtɜː.bjʊ.ləns/
US
/ˈtɝː.bjə.ləns/

Translations

turbulencenoun
turbulences
pl
The plane experienced turbulence during the flight.
Самолет испытал турбулентность во время полета.
The political turbulence led to widespread protests.
Политические беспорядки привели к массовым протестам.
The turbulence in the stock market caused investors to worry.
Волнение на фондовом рынке вызвало беспокойство у инвесторов.
turbulenceadjective
UK
/ˈtɜː.bjʊ.ləns/
US
/ˈtɝː.bjə.ləns/
Used attributively before a noun, e.g. "turbulence model".

Definitions

turbulencenoun
Irregular or violent movement of air or water, often causing discomfort or danger.
The plane experienced severe turbulence during the flight, causing the passengers to feel uneasy.
A state of confusion or disorder.
The country was in a state of political turbulence following the controversial election results.
turbulenceadjective
Relating to or caused by turbulence (used attributively before another noun).
Engineers rely on turbulence models to predict airflow behaviour.