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Definitions

turmoil

[tur-moil] / ˈtɜr mɔɪl /
NOUN
chaos
Synonyms
STRONGEST
anxiety confusion disturbance riot strife trouble tumult turbulence unrest violence
STRONG
agitation ailment anxiousness bedlam bustle commotion disorder disquiet disquietude distress dither ferment flap flurry free-for-all fuss hassle hubbub lather mix up noise pandemonium pother restiveness restlessness row ruckus stir to-do uproar whirl
WEAK
hectic topsy-turvy
Antonyms
STRONGEST
calm calmness composure contentment happiness order peace tranquility
STRONG
agreement contentedness health pleasure quiet relaxation silence
WEAK
harmony

Example Sentences

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Industry executives are wondering if the Middle East turmoil will prompt people to change their travel plans over the longer term, possibly balancing out the impact of regional route suspensions.

From Barron's • Apr. 9, 2026

The turmoil took a toll on Woods’ golf game for two years, but he rebounded, winning three tournaments in 2012 and five in 2013.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026

"When things are going well with Thea, the plates spin quite nicely but as soon as something changes, it can throw things into turmoil."

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

These all may seem particularly reasonable if you figure that the turmoil of recent weeks may cause an economic slowdown.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 8, 2026

There was no pushing or rudeness; the turmoil was orderly.

From "The Heart is a Lonely Hunter" by Carson McCullers