tempestuous

1. ADJ If you describe a relationship or a situation as tempestuous, you mean that very strong and intense emotions, especially anger, are involved. (关系)紧张的; (情绪)剧烈的[usu ADJ n]

For years, the couple's tempestuous relationship made the headlines. 多年来这对夫妻间紧张起伏的关系总是登上报纸头条。