Synonyms for
Turmoil
Definition
A state of great disturbance, confusion, or uncertainty.
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Common collocations
- political turmoil
- economic turmoil
- emotional turmoil
- period of turmoil
- amid the turmoil
- turmoil and strife
- public turmoil
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Usage note
Turmoil refers to a state of great disturbance, confusion, or uncertainty. It often implies a prolonged or significant period of unrest.
Example sentences
- The earthquake caused great turmoil in the city.
- The company was in turmoil after the CEO's resignation.
- The family was in turmoil after the sudden death of their pet.
- The country was in turmoil due to the political unrest.
- The students were in turmoil due to the last-minute change in the exam schedule.
Quotes
The turmoil and dislocations confronting present-day society reflect more than anything else the failure of the existing social and economic system to meet the needs of the peoples of the world either in peace or in war.
Turmoil is when you're not happy with your surroundings and you're constantly searching for something.
It is good to love many things, for therein lies the true strength, and whosoever loves much performs much, and can accomplish much, and what is done in love is well done.