新东方-柯林斯雅思备考词典

turbulent

英 [ˈtɜːbjʊlənt]

[ADJ]

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ADJ. 形容词

1. 动荡的
A turbulent time, place, or relationship is one in which there is a lot of change, confusion, and disorder.
双语例句
例：
They had been together for five or six turbulent years of break-ups and reconciliations.
他们在一起生活了五六年，一直分分合合，没有片刻安宁。
2. （水流或气体）湍急的
Turbulent water or air contains strong currents which change direction suddenly.
双语例句
例：
I had to have a boat that could handle turbulent seas.
我必须有一条经得起汹涌海浪的船。

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