Inner turmoil is a state of emotional distress and mental anguish caused by internal conflicts. It is often characterized by feelings of anxiety, sadness, and despair. The term can be broken down into two parts: inner, referring to the source of the turmoil, and turmoil, referring to the chaotic state of mind. Two words that are often used to describe inner turmoil are ANGST (5 letters) and WOE (3 letters). ANGST is a feeling of deep anxiety or dread, while WOE is a feeling of deep sorrow or misery.