Turmoil

/tˈɜːmɔ‍ɪl/

/ˈtɝˌmɔɪɫ/

Turmoil

a state of extreme disturbance that causes a lot of worry and uncertainty

synonyms : convulsion

violent agitation

synonyms : tumult

disturbance usually in protest

synonyms : agitation

Examples

1. Sarah went through a lot of emotional turmoil after her breakup with Mark.

2. She has been through the dog days of a divorce, with legal battles and emotional turmoil.

3. The region has been in turmoil for years, not in the least because of violent political tensions between the two countries.

4. My inappropriate remarks caused turmoil.