turbulence
/ˈtɜː.bjə.ləns/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Also seen as: turbulences
Sense 1
Meaning · English
The state or fact of being turbulent or agitated; tempestuousness, disturbance.
Noun
Examples
Turbulence was everywhere, within every blade of grass, every drop of dew on a leaf, every cloud in the sky, and every star beyond. The turbulence was purposeless, but in huge quantities of purposeless turbulence, purpose took shape.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
Disturbance in a gas or fluid, characterized by evidence of internal motion or unrest.
Noun
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “turbulence” mean?
The state or fact of being turbulent or agitated; tempestuousness, disturbance.
Is “turbulence” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.