Definition
- C2
To behave in a way that causes a disturbance or trouble; to actively challenge the status quo or create controversy.
興風作浪（帶負面意涵）
She decided to openly question the manager's decision during the meeting, which certainly made waves in the company.
她在會議上公開質疑經理的決定，這確實在公司裡引起了軒然大波。
As a new employee, he wanted to make waves in the company by putting forth some radical ideas that challenged the status quo.
作為一名新員工，他想通過提出一些挑戰現狀的激進想法在公司裡引起轟動。
The politician is known for his inflammatory speeches; he is always trying to make waves to attract public attention.
這位政治家以其煽動性的演講而聞名；他總是試圖製造波瀾來吸引公眾的注意。