tempestuous

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tempestuous

(adjective)

Meaning

characterized by strong and turbulent emotions

Example

"The tempestuous relationship between the two characters added drama to the story."

Synonyms

stormyvolatileagitated

Antonyms

calmpeacefulsettled

More about this word

Word origin
From Latin 'tempestuosus', meaning stormy or raging.
Related word forms
  • noun: tempest
  • adverb: tempestuously

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