1no object Engage in activity for enjoyment and recreation rather than a serious or practical purpose. âthe children were playing by a poolâ. âher friends were playing with their dollsâ. âShe sees other children playing happily, mothers lavishing care on children, but no one plays with her.â.
Turmoil is defined as a state of upset and confusion. An example of turmoil is the feelings one has if they need to quickly relocate to a new city. turmoil. turmoil. A state of extreme confusion or agitation; commotion or tumult: a country in turmoil over labor strikes. Origin unknown. turmoil.
uk â /ËtÉË.mÉÉªl/ us â /ËtÉË.mÉÉªl/. C2 a state of confusion, uncertainty, or disorder: The whole region is in turmoil. The country is in a state of political turmoil. The Stock Exchange is in turmoil following a huge wave of selling. Thesaurus: synonyms and related words.