Synonyms for

Currents

Verb / ˈkɜ:ʌnts / Another word for currents — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a continuous flow of water or air in a particular direction

Synonyms & similar words

current electriccurrent flow stream flow stream tide drift movement progression course direction run sweep surge undertow whirlpool eddy gyre vortex circulation flux wind

Synonyms by register

Formal

tendencies trends movements streams

Informal

flows drifts tides

Literary

maelstroms eddies surges

Antonyms

stagnation stillness calmness cessation idleness inactivity

Common collocations

  • ocean currents
  • air currents
  • electrical currents
  • strong currents
  • swift currents
  • undercurrents of opinion
  • follow the currents
  • against the currents

Word family

noun current
verb curry
adjective current
adverb currently

Usage note

The word 'currents' can refer to the flow of water or air, or figuratively to prevailing opinions or trends. Be mindful of the context to avoid ambiguity.

Example sentences

  1. The river currents were too strong to swim against.
  2. The wind currents carried the kite higher and higher.
  3. We studied the ocean currents in science class.
  4. The electrical currents caused a power outage.
  5. The hot air balloon rose with the air currents.

Quotes

  • "The ocean is a mighty harmonist." - William Wordsworth
  • "In the ocean of life, we all need to learn to swim against the currents." - Sam Owen
  • "When the winds of change blow, some people build walls and others build windmills." - Chinese Proverb

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