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.

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simulateto give or assume the appearance or effect of often with the intent to deceive : imitate
academicof, relating to, or associated with an academy or school especially of higher learning
ebullientboiling
sapthe fluid part of a plant
agilitythe quality or state of being agile : nimbleness
unceremoniousnot ceremonious : informal
celestialof, relating to, or suggesting heaven or divinity
angularforming an angle : sharp-cornered
flinchto withdraw or shrink from or as if from pain : wince
exquisitemarked by flawless craftsmanship or by beautiful, ingenious, delicate, or elaborate execution