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View usage for: (tjuːmʌltʃuəs, US tuː-) 1. adjective [usually ADJECTIVE noun]A tumultuous event or period of time involves many exciting and confusing events or feelings. ...the tumultuous changes in the war-torn region. Shares were 1 per cent down after another tumultuous day at the bank. 2. adjective [usually ADJECTIVE noun]A tumultuous reaction to something is very noisy, because the people involved are very happy or excited. A tumultuous welcome from a 2,000 strong crowd greeted the champion. Delegates greeted the news with tumultuous applause. Synonyms: wild, excited, riotous, unrestrained More Synonyms of tumultuous More Synonyms of tumultuous tumultuous in British English (tjuːˈmʌltjʊəs) adjective1. uproarious, riotous, or turbulent a tumultuous welcome 2. greatly agitated, confused, or disturbed a tumultuous dream 3. making a loud or unruly disturbance tumultuous insurgents Derived forms tumultuously (tuˈmultuously) adverb tumultuousness (tuˈmultuousness) noun tumultuous in American English (tuˈmʌltʃuəs; tjuˈmʌltʃuəs; təˈmʌltʃuəs; tuˈmʌltjuəs; tjuˈmʌltjuəs; təˈmʌltjuəs) adjective1. full of or characterized by tumult; wild and noisy; uproarious Derived forms tumultuously (tuˈmultuously) adverb tumultuousness (tuˈmultuousness) noun Word origin MFr < L tumultuosusExamples of 'tumultuous' in a sentencetumultuous He was re-elected four times during one of the most tumultuous periods of the 20th century.They were given a tumultuous welcome by the defenders.Public service personnel have been through a tumultuous period.Has she helped him stabilise his once tumultuous personal life?He sat down to tumultuous applause.For this he received tumultuous applause.Although his original drive was to make money, he also wanted to escape his tumultuous life.She may have led her people serenely through many long, tumultuous decades of war and technological change.The deal would resolve all criminal and civil penalties and draw a line under the most tumultuous period in the company's history.Plus, of course, tumultuous applause.There I learned to study the Bible and apply it to my very tumultuous life. In other languagestumultuous British English: tumultuous ADJECTIVE A tumultuous event or period of time involves many exciting and confusing events or feelings. ...the tumultuous changes in the region. - American English: tumultuous
- Brazilian Portuguese: tumultuado
- Chinese: 激动的
- European Spanish: tumultuoso
- French: tumultueux
- German: stürmisch
- Italian: tumultuoso
- Japanese: 激動
- Korean: 격동의
- European Portuguese: tumultuado
- Latin American Spanish: tumultuoso
Definition exciting, confused, or turbulent the tumultuous changes in Eastern Europe Synonyms Opposites still , quiet , calm , peaceful , hushed , serene , tranquil , restful Definition unruly, noisy, or excited Delegates greeted the news with tumultuous applause. Synonyms unrestrained restless full-on (informal) Additional synonymsShe seemed agitated about something. Synonyms upset, worried, troubled, disturbed, shaken, excited, alarmed, nervous, anxious, distressed, rattled (informal), distracted, uneasy, unsettled, worked up, ruffled, unnerved, disconcerted, disquieted, edgy, flustered, perturbed, on edge, fazed, ill at ease, hot under the collar (informal), in a flap (informal), hot and bothered (informal), antsy (informal), angsty, all of a flutter (informal), discomposed, flapping (informal) Definition noisy and lively a boisterous but good-natured crowd Synonyms unruly, wild, disorderly, loud, noisy, wayward, rowdy, wilful, riotous, unrestrained, rollicking, impetuous, rumbustious, uproarious, obstreperous, clamorousThe clamorous din of voices filled the air. Synonyms noisy, loud, insistent, deafening, blaring, strident, tumultuous, vociferous, vehement, riotous, uproariousNearby words oftumultuous - tummy
- tumour
- tumult
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- tune
- tuneful
- tuneless
Additional synonymsDefinition uncontrolled disorderly conduct Synonyms unruly, disruptive, rowdy, turbulent, unlawful, stormy, rebellious, boisterous, tumultuous, lawless, riotous, unmanageable, ungovernable, refractory, obstreperous, indisciplined Definition emotionally upset, troubled, or maladjusted I was disturbed to find out that the dog was missing. Synonyms worried, concerned, troubled, upset, bothered, nervous, anxious, uneasy, agitated, disquieted, apprehensive, antsy (informal), angsty (informal) He was so excited he could hardly speak. Synonyms thrilled, stirred, stimulated, enthusiastic, high (informal), moved, wild, aroused, awakened, animated, roused, tumultuous, aflameDefinition intense or strong Two climbers were trapped by a fierce storm. Synonyms stormy, strong, powerful, violent, intense, raging, furious, howling, uncontrollable, boisterous, tumultuous, tempestuous, blustery, inclementDefinition involving a lot of rushed activity The two days we spent there were enjoyable but hectic. Synonyms frantic, chaotic, frenzied, heated, wild, excited, furious, fevered, animated, turbulent, flurrying, frenetic, boisterous, feverish, tumultuous, flustering, riotous, rumbustiousDefinition not having laws They said there could never be an excuse for lawless behaviour. Synonyms disorderly, wild, unruly, rebellious, chaotic, reckless, insurgent, anarchic, riotous, unrestrained, seditious, mutinous, insubordinate, ungoverned Definition making a lot of noise a noisy group of revellers Synonyms rowdy, chattering, strident, boisterous, vociferous, riotous, uproarious, obstreperous, clamorousDefinition noisy and difficult to control an awkward and obstreperous customer Synonyms unruly, disorderly, wild, rough, loud, noisy, out of control, turbulent, rampaging, out of hand, wayward, rowdy, raucous, uncontrollable, uncontrolled, boisterous, wilful, lawless, vociferous, fractious, riotous, tempestuous, unmanageable, undisciplined, stroppy (British, slang), rip-roaring (informal), mutinous, ungovernable, uproarious, clamorous, rambunctious (informal), rackety, insubordinate, roistering, roisterous Definition capable of or revealing intense emotion He made a passionate speech about his commitment to peace. Synonyms emotional, excited, eager, enthusiastic, animated, strong, warm, wild, intense, flaming, fierce, frenzied, ardent, fervent, heartfelt, impassioned, zealous, impulsive, vehement, impetuous, fervid raging seas Synonyms stormy, strong, wild, violent, turbulent, tempestuousAdditional synonymsDefinition unruly or rebellious a riotous mob of hooligans Synonyms unruly, violent, disorderly, rebellious, rowdy, anarchic, tumultuous, lawless, mutinous, ungovernable, uproarious, refractory, insubordinate, rampageous Definition rough, noisy, or disorderly He has complained about rowdy neighbours. Synonyms disorderly, rough, loud, noisy, unruly, boisterous, loutish, wild, uproarious, obstreperousDefinition boisterous or unruly the flamboyant and rumbustious prime minister Synonyms unruly, wild, rough, disorderly, loud, noisy, robust, wayward, exuberant, rowdy, boisterous, wilful, unmanageable, uproarious, refractory, obstreperous, clamorousDefinition involving violent emotions The letter was read at a stormy meeting. Synonyms angry, heated, fierce, passionate, fiery, impassioned, tumultuousDefinition difficult to control or organize It's not good enough just to blame the unruly children. Synonyms uncontrollable, wild, unmanageable, disorderly, turbulent, boisterous, rebellious, wayward, rowdy, intractable, wilful, lawless, fractious, riotous, headstrong, mutinous, disobedient, ungovernable, refractory, obstreperous, insubordinateDefinition (of laughter) loud and boisterous He had spent several uproarious evenings at the Embassy Club. Synonyms riotous, wild, rowdy, disorderly, loud, noisy, turbulent, boisterous, tumultuous, unrestrained, tempestuous, rollicking, gleeful, clamorousDefinition sudden and forceful That night a violent storm arose and wrecked most of the ships. Synonyms powerful, wild, devastating, strong, storming, raging, turbulent, tumultuous, tempestuous, gale force, blustery, ruinous, full of force, forcibleDefinition loud and forceful a vociferous opponent of government policy Synonyms outspoken, vocal, strident, noisy, shouting, loud, ranting, vehement, loudmouthed (informal), uproarious, obstreperous, clamorous, clamant |