GRE Word List

TURMOIL

a state or condition of extreme confusion, agitation, or commotion

The meaning of the word turmoil is a state or condition of extreme confusion, agitation, or commotion.

Random words

WordMeaning
vieto strive for superiority : contend
discomfitto put into a state of perplexity and embarrassment : disconcert
indolentaverse to activity, effort, or movement : habitually lazy
elaborateplanned or carried out with great care
deadpanmarked by an impassive matter-of-fact manner, style, or expression
presumeto undertake without leave or clear justification : dare
grouseany of various chiefly ground-dwelling birds (family Tetraonidae) that are usually of reddish-brown or other protective color and have feathered legs and that include many important game birds
acclaimapplaud
sneakto go stealthily or furtively : slink
purchaseto obtain by paying money or its equivalent : buy