tempest
word
Definition
A very strong and violent storm, especially used in literature or poetic language. It can also refer metaphorically to a situation full of chaos or intense emotion.
Usage & Nuances
'Tempest' is formal and literary, rarely used in daily speech; 'storm' is the common word for bad weather. Common in classic literature and titles, such as Shakespeare's 'The Tempest'. Can be metaphorical for turmoil or emotional upheaval.
Example Sentences
The tempest destroyed many trees in the village.
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A tempest rose on the sea, making the voyage dangerous.
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They waited indoors for the tempest to pass.
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After the tempest calmed down, the sky was clear and peaceful.
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Their argument was like a tempest, loud and full of emotion.
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That decision caused a real political tempest in the country.
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