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Turbulently Meaning: Definition, Examples, and Translations

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turbulently

[หˆtษœห.bjษ™.lษ™nt.li ]

Definition

Context #1 | Adverb

used in the context of describing movement or behavior

In a turbulent or chaotic manner; with great disturbance and agitation.

Synonyms

agitatedly, chaotically, disorderly, violently.

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Word Description / Examples
turbulently

Used to describe an unstable or disturbed state, often in the context of air or water currents.

  • The plane flew turbulently through the storm.
  • The sea churned turbulently as the storm approached.
violently

Describes actions characterized by extreme force, often with physical aggression or harmful intent; has a negative connotation.

  • The crowd reacted violently to the announcement.
  • He was thrown violently against the wall during the fight.
agitatedly

Refers to a state of nervousness or excitement, often with physical movement or disturbed mental state.

  • She paced agitatedly back and forth waiting for the news.
  • He spoke agitatedly, unable to calm his nerves.
disorderly

Implies a lack of organization or control, often used in social or behavioral contexts.

  • The classroom was disorderly and noisy.
  • The event ended disorderly with people pushing and shouting.
chaotically

Describes a state of complete disorder and confusion, often without any clear order or control.

  • The room was chaotically arranged after the party.
  • People ran chaotically in all directions when the alarm sounded.

Examples of usage

  • He walked turbulently through the crowded market.
  • The river flowed turbulently after the heavy rain.
  • She spoke turbulently, her emotions clearly out of control.

Translations

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Origin of 'turbulently'

The word 'turbulently' is derived from the adjective 'turbulent', which comes from the Latin word 'turbulentus', meaning 'full of disorder or commotion'. The concept of turbulence has been used in physics to describe chaotic fluid motion since the 17th century. The adverb 'turbulently' has been in use in English language to describe tumultuous or agitated movement since the 19th century.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #40,157, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.