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Turbid vs. Turbulent vs. Turgid

turbid
Definition

(of liquids) clouded as with sediment

Examples

He told me to investigate the composition of this turbid liquid.

turbulent
Definition

characterized by unrest or disorder or insubordination

Examples

a turbulent and unruly childhood

turgid
Definition

ostentatiously lofty in style

Examples

a man given to turgid talk

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