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Meaning of tempestuous
having or showing a lot of energy, emotion, or anger
Etymology of tempestuous
The word "tempestuous" comes from the Old French word "tempestueux", which is derived from the Latin word "tempestuosus", meaning "stormy" or "turbulent"
Historically, the word has been used to describe weather conditions, as well as human emotions and behavior, since the 15th century
Synonyms
turbulent
stormy
violent
intense
passionate
fiery
volatile
unpredictable
wild
fierce
rugged
boisterous
rough
blustery
gusty
savage
ferocious
relentless
unforgiving
merciless
harsh
rugged
explosive
unstable
erratic
changeable
capricious
mercurial
impulsive
fiery
fervent
ardent
zealous
enthusiastic
fervid
perfervid
passionate
intense
heated
inflamed
excited
irascible
irritable
testy
touchy
prickly
sensitive
quarrelsome
contentious
disputatious
argumentative
combative
pugnacious
bellicose
belligerent
Definitions
- Having an intense and turbulent quality, like a tempest
- * Characterized by or showing intense and uncontrolled emotions, especially anger or passion
- * Unpredictable and prone to sudden changes in mood or behavior
Usage Examples
- The tempestuous relationship between the two artists was marked by intense creativity and fierce arguments
- * The tempestuous weather made it difficult to navigate the ship through the stormy seas
- * Her tempestuous personality made her a compelling and unpredictable performer on stage