squally

• Qualifie un temps marqué par des rafales de vent soudaines et fortes, souvent accompagnées de pluie ou de neige.

Describes weather characterized by sudden, strong winds and often rain or snow.

1. Noisy and disruptiveB2informal

   Marked by short, loud, and often chaotic outbursts or disturbances.

   tumultueux, orageux

   • The children were squally and difficult to manage after the party.
   • A squally argument broke out in the middle of the meeting.
   • The crowd became squally when the announcement was delayed.

   Synonymesboisterousrowdystormytempestuousturbulentunruly

2. Stormy weatherB2formal

   Characterized by sudden, brief periods of strong wind, often accompanied by rain or snow.

   Rafaleux / En rafales

   • The sailors prepared for squally conditions as the front approached.
   • Squally showers are expected throughout the afternoon.
   • The boat struggled against the squally winds near the coast.

   Synonymesblusterygustystormytempestuouswindy

   Antonymescalmclearfairplacidsettledtranquil