turbulence

US /ˈtə:bjələns/

UK /'tɜ:bjələns/

B2

other

  • Irregular motion of the atmosphere, especially when characterized by up-and-down currents.
  • A state of disturbance or disorder.
  • A state of disturbance, disorder, or uncertainty.
  • A state of chaotic fluid motion.

noun

  • Violent or unsteady movement of air or liquids

adjective

  • (Of times) instability and unpredictability