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Definition of turmoil

turmoil

/ˈtɜːr.mɔɪl/
tur · moil
Plural:turmoils
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• noun

1

A state of great disturbance, confusion, or uncertainty.

Example

"The sudden resignation of the chief executive threw the entire company into turmoil."

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• Nearby Words

turku
turkwel
turmeric
turmoil
turn
turnable
turnabout

Word Origin & Etymology

First recorded in the early 16th century, likely derived from an alteration of Old French 'tramoille' (the hopper of a mill, associated with constant shaking and agitation) or influenced by the English words 'turn' and 'moil' (hard labor).

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