Tumultuous (Adjective)
Meaning
Characterized by unrest or disorder or insubordination; "effects of the struggle will be violent and disruptive"; "riotous times"; "these troubled areas"; "the tumultuous years of his administration"; "a turbulent and unruly childhood".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The tumultuous relationship between the two siblings was marked by constant arguing and fighting.
- The city was plagued by tumultuous protests and demonstrations against the government's new policies.
- The tumultuous years of the company's early growth were marked by frequent changes in leadership and direction.
- The artist's tumultuous personal life was reflected in the intense emotions and themes of her paintings.
- The tumultuous crowd surged forward, pushing and shoving to get a glimpse of the famous celebrity.