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TURBULENCE

(noun)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Turbulence.

Turbulence - as a noun

Unstable flow of a liquid or gas

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
turbulency
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
physical phenomenon
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Instability in the atmosphere

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
bad weatherinclemencyinclementness
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A state of violent disturbance and disorder (as in politics or social conditions generally)

Example: "The industrial revolution was a period of great turbulence"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
sturm und drangupheaval
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
disorder
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"The flight encountered severe turbulence during the storm."
"The boat swayed and shook violently in the turbulence of the rough sea."
"The political party was in turmoil and faced a lot of turbulence within its ranks."
"The pilot warned the passengers to fasten their seat belts due to potential turbulence."
"The stock market experienced a period of turbulence following the economic crisis."
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Word Game Points

Is TURBULENCE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, turbulence is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

TURBULENCE has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.

Is TURBULENCE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, turbulence is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
TURBULENCE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 20.

Is TURBULENCE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, turbulence is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
TURBULENCE has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.

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