tumultuous

[too-muhl-choo-uhs, tyoo-] / tuˈmʌl tʃu əs, tyu- /

ADJECTIVE

uproarious; boisterous; noisy

Synonyms

STRONGEST

boisterous fierce hectic raucous riotous stormy turbulent violent

WEAK

agitated clamorous disorderly disturbed excited irregular lawless noisy obstreperous passionate raging rambunctious restless rowdy rowdydowdy rumbustious termagant unrestrained unruly uproarious vociferous wild

Antonyms

STRONGEST

calm gentle mild moderate peaceful quiet

WEAK

orderly

Example Sentences

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Despite geopolitical risks and tumultuous news, the stock market has remained calm, with investors not pricing in these uncertainties.

From Barron's

Joffe noted that the exhibit, with its focus on kindness, empathy and the value of shared labor in pursuit of a healthy, sustainable planet, is more timely than ever in this tumultuous, fractured era.

From Los Angeles Times

Semenyo had been heavily linked with a move to Manchester United, but it has proven to be a tumultuous couple of weeks for the Red Devils.

From BBC

Eric Adams is no stranger to controversy and just days since leaving office after four tumultuous years as mayor of New York, he is now embroiled in a fresh scandal.

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