tempestuous
adjectiveUK /temˈpes.tʃu.əs/
US /temˈpes.tʃu.əs/
Very stormy and wild, like a big storm.
The sailors were afraid of the tempestuous sea.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. Full of strong and changing feelings.
Their friendship was tempestuous, with many arguments and quick apologies.
3. Marked by loud noise and confusion.
The meeting turned tempestuous when everyone started shouting.
4. Having very strong winds and rain.
A tempestuous night kept the whole town awake.