turbulent

1. ADJ A turbulent time, place, or relationship is one in which there is a lot of change, confusion, and disorder. 动荡的

They had been together for five or six turbulent years of break-ups and reconciliations. 他们在一起度过了分分合合动荡不定的五六年。

2. ADJ Turbulent water or air contains strong currents which change direction suddenly. (水流或气体) 湍急的

I had to have a boat that could handle turbulent seas. 我必须有一条能应付汹涌海浪的船。