Synonyms for

Clockwise

Verb / ˈklɑ:ˌkwaɪz / Another word for clockwise — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

adverb: in the direction that the hands of a clock move; adjective: of or in the direction that the hands of a clock move

Synonyms & similar words

counterclockwise dextral rightward right-handed rightwardly right rightwards dextrally right-hand rightmost rightful rightish rightist right-on righter righteous rightism rightable rightlessness righten rightism's

Synonyms by register

Formal

widdershins

Antonyms

counterclockwise anticlockwise reverse opposite

Common collocations

  • turn clockwise
  • move clockwise
  • rotate clockwise
  • spin clockwise
  • wind clockwise
  • tighten clockwise

Word family

adjective clockwise
adverb clockwise

Usage note

Primarily used as an adverb to describe the direction of rotation. The term 'widdershins' is an archaic synonym, often used in a literary or specialized context.

Example sentences

  1. The teacher told the students to turn their papers clockwise.
  2. The arrow on the map points clockwise.
  3. The gears of the clock move clockwise.
  4. The dancer turned clockwise on her toes.
  5. The airplane made a clockwise turn.

Quotes

  • Time is a created thing. To say 'I don't have time,' is like saying, 'I don't want to.' - Lao Tzu
  • Time flies over us, but leaves its shadow behind. - Nathaniel Hawthorne
  • Lost time is never found again. - Benjamin Franklin

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