English Reference
adjective

stormy

adj.
US /ˈstɔɹmi/ UK /stˈɔːmi/ stormy

  1. 01 A2 Elementary

    having a lot of strong wind, heavy rain, or snow.

    characterized by or subject to storms; involving high winds and heavy precipitation.

    Simple

    The ferry was cancelled because of the stormy weather at sea.

    In context

    The small fishing vessel struggled to maintain its course through the stormy waters of the North Atlantic during the winter gale.

    tempestuousblusteryturbulent
  2. 02 B2 Upper Intermediate

    full of strong, angry feelings or loud arguments.

    marked by violent agitation, fury, or intense emotional conflict.

    Simple

    The couple had a stormy relationship and argued almost every day.

    In context

    After a stormy meeting that lasted until midnight, the board members finally reached a compromise regarding the budget cuts.

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Level A2 · Elementary
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