Definition

A state of disturbance or disorder, often characterized by irregular motion or agitation, especially in fluids or air.

Example

The plane experienced a lot of turbulency during the storm, making the flight quite uncomfortable.

Conversation

Did you feel that turbulency during the flight yesterday?

Yeah, it was pretty shaky for a while!

I thought we were going to drop down for a moment.

Same here! It always makes me a bit nervous.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Turbulency → It is formed from "turbulent" (from Latin "turbulentus", meaning full of commotion or disorder) and the suffix "-cy" (meaning the state or condition of). The word "turbulency" refers to the state of being turbulent or chaotic.

Memory Tip

Think of 'turbulent' as describing a state of disorder or commotion, and remember that 'turbulency' means the condition of being turbulent.

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