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Definition of tempest

tempest

/ˈtɛm.pɪst/
tem · pest
Adverb:tempestuously
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Plural:tempests
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Adjective:tempestuous
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tempest Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A violent, windy storm, often accompanied by heavy rain, hail, or snow.

Example

"The wooden schooner sought shelter in the harbor before the approaching tempest struck the coast."

2

A violent commotion, tumult, or emotional upheaval.

Example

"The sudden policy reversal sparked a political tempest across the legislature."

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• Rhymes for tempest

• Nearby Words

temperature
tempered
tempering
tempest
tempestuous
tempestuously
templar

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed from Old French tempeste, from Vulgar Latin tempesta, derived from classical Latin tempestas ('season, weather, or storm'), which stems from tempus ('time' or 'season').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Tempest. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/tempest
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