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turmoil

noun tur·moil \ˈtər-ˌmȯi(-ə)l\

: a state of confusion or disorder

Full Definition of TURMOIL

: a state or condition of extreme confusion, agitation, or commotion

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Origin of TURMOIL

origin unknown

First Known Use: 1526

Related to TURMOIL

Synonyms: disquiet, ferment, fermentation, restiveness, restlessness, Sturm und Drang, unrest, uneasiness, unquietness

Antonyms: calm, ease, peace, peacefulness, quiet, tranquillity (or tranquility)

Rhymes with TURMOIL

coal oil, corn oil, fish oil, fixed oil, free-soil, fuel oil, gas oil, night soil, palm oil, red soil, rose oil, shale oil, snake oil, sperm oil, subsoil, tung oil, white oil

TURMOIL Defined for Kids

turmoil

noun tur·moil \ˈtər-ˌmȯil\

Definition of TURMOIL for Kids

: a very confused or disturbed state or condition <… Tom made an honest effort to study, but the turmoil within him was too great. — Mark Twain, Tom Sawyer>

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