1. having an uneven surface with many bumps
2. characterized by sudden jolts or shaking movements
3. difficult or troubled; marked by problems or setbacks
Usage: figurative

Examples

• The old dirt road was very bumpy.
• We had a bumpy flight due to turbulence.
• The bumpy surface made it hard to ride the bicycle.
• Their relationship got off to a bumpy start.
• The bumpy ride made several passengers feel sick.
• After a bumpy first year, the business began to succeed.