adjective
1. Characterized by or involving unrest, disorder, or violence.
* _"The country was in a state of turbulent political upheaval."_
2. (of air or water) characterized by strong, irregular movements.
* _"Turbulent air currents made flying difficult."_
3. (of emotions or a person's life) characterized by strong, conflicting, or confused emotions.
* _"He had a turbulent childhood."_
Origin:
From Latin *turbulentus*, meaning "disturbed, agitated."