turbulence

Definition

  • n. unstable flow of a liquid or gas
  • n. instability in the atmosphere
  • n. a state of violent disturbance and disorder (as in politics or social conditions generally)

Word forms

Plural
turbulences

Example sentences

  1. n.

    The country has experienced a lot of turbulence since the election.

  2. n.

    The pilot warned us about the turbulence we might encounter during the flight.