Tempestuous

/tɛmˈpɛstʃuəs/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

characterized by strong and turbulent or conflicting emotion; stormy.

Their tempestuous relationship was marked by frequent arguments and passionate reconciliations.

pertaining to a violent or stormy situation.

The tempestuous weather caused delays in all transportation services for the day.

of or relating to a tempest; tumultuous.

The artist's tempestuous spirit is reflected in her bold and chaotic paintings.

Derived from Latin 'tempestas' meaning 'a storm, season, weather.'

tempestuous love

A love characterized by intense emotions and conflicts.

tempestuous seas

Seas that are rough and stormy.

tempestuous nature

A nature that is wild, unpredictable, and often angry.

tempest

A violent windy storm.

tumultuous

Characterized by disorderly commotion or disturbance.

turmoil

A state of confusion or agitation.

Wild and crazy situations.

The party last night was totally tempestuous!

Dramatic or intense emotional scenarios.

Their arguments were tempestuous, like a soap opera.