1. full of tumult; characterized by uproar, confusion, or violent disturbance
Usage: formal; literary

Examples

• The tumulous crowd gathered outside the courthouse demanding justice.
• Her tumulous emotions made it difficult to think clearly.
• The meeting became tumulous when the controversial proposal was introduced.
• The tumulous waters of the storm-tossed sea frightened the passengers.
• After the tumulous events of the day, she sought quiet solitude.
• The tumulous applause filled the entire auditorium.