This meaning talks about a strong sudden change that changes how people live or act. It often causes problems or confusion in society.
The city faced a big upheaval after the news.
There was political upheaval in the country.
Here, upheaval means a strong natural movement that lifts or moves the earth's surface. It often happens during earthquakes or volcanic activity.
The earthquake caused a big upheaval in the ground.
Volcano upheaval changed the landscape fast.
This meaning shows strong emotional or mental trouble inside a person. It can mean feeling upset or confused.
She felt an upheaval inside after the sad news.
His mind was full of upheaval and stress.
This meaning means an important sudden change in a system like a company or school. It causes problems or confusion for people involved.
The company had an upheaval after the new boss arrived.
There was an upheaval in the school’s schedule this year.
This meaning is about a sudden political or social change, often with fights or protests, that changes who has power.
The country went through a political upheaval last year.
There was an upheaval that changed the ruler quickly.
