xáo động
Definition
- Adjective:
- Tumultuous; agitated; turbulent: Describes a state of great disturbance, confusion, or emotional upset. It refers to situations, periods, or feelings that are chaotic, unsettled, and lacking peace or order.
- Disrupted; in turmoil: Indicates a condition where normal stability has been severely disturbed, leading to commotion or upheaval.
Usage Examples
- Adjective:
- Tâm trí cô ấy rất xáo động. (Her mind was very agitated.)
- Thời kỳ đó đầy biến cố và xáo động. (That period was full of events and turmoil.)
- Thị trường tài chính đang xáo động. (The financial market is turbulent.)
Advanced Usage
- Used to describe abstract concepts like society, emotions, or eras, rather than physical movement.
- Một giai đoạn lịch sử xáo động. (A tumultuous historical period.)
Variants and Related Words
- Xáo trộn (n/v): disturbance; to disrupt. Often refers to a specific disruption in order or arrangement.
- Cuộc sống bị xáo trộn hoàn toàn. (Life was completely disrupted.)
Synonyms
- Turbulent: Characterized by conflict, disorder, or confusion.
- Agitated: Feeling or appearing troubled or nervous.
- Tumultuous: Making a loud, confused noise; uproarious, or characterized by violent and disorderly action or emotion.
Related Idioms
- Lòng dạ xáo động: A troubled heart; a state of inner turmoil and anxiety.
- Nghe tin ấy, lòng dạ anh ta xáo động. (Hearing that news, his heart was troubled.)