turmoil

nounB2 · Upper-intermediate

A state of great worry, confusion, or trouble.

Meaning of «turmoil»

noun

a state of great worry, confusion, or trouble

Her life was in turmoil after she lost her job.

Translation

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The difference between similar words

a state where nothing is under control

confusionunclear what is happening; things are mixed upThere was confusion at the airport.

disorderformala lack of order; calmer and more formalThe room was in complete disorder.

chaoscomplete disorder; nothing is under controlThe storm caused chaos on the roads.

turmoilstrong worry and trouble, in people or a countryThe country was in political turmoil.

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