turbulence

UK
/ˈtɜː.bjʊ.ləns/
US
/ˈtɝː.bjə.ləns/
turbulencenoun
turbulences
pl
Translations
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.
Definitions
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
UK
/ˈtɜː.bjʊ.ləns/
US
/ˈtɝː.bjə.ləns/
Used attributively before a noun, e.g. "turbulence model".
Definitions
Relating to or caused by turbulence (used attributively before another noun).
Engineers rely on turbulence models to predict airflow behaviour.