Synonyms for

Spins

Verb / spɪnz / Another word for spins — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to turn around quickly

Synonyms & similar words

twirl reel twist tailspin spin twisting spinout gyrate birl whirl spinaround twirls rotates revolves turns whirls circles gyrates pirouettes swirls twists winds wheels rolls twiddles whisks whips entwines weaves spiral

Synonyms by register

Formal

rotates revolves circulates gyrates

Informal

twirls whirls goes round turns

Literary

pirouettes dances gyres

Antonyms

stops halts pauses rests remains stays anchors

Common collocations

  • spins around
  • spins out
  • spins off
  • spins a yarn
  • spins the wheel
  • spins the globe
  • spins a tale

Word family

noun spin
verb spin
adjective spinning

Usage note

The verb 'spins' can refer to literal rotation or to telling a story, often in a creative or embellished way (e.g., 'He spins a good yarn').

Example sentences

  1. The ballerina spins on her toes.
  2. The top spins around and around.
  3. The merry-go-round spins quickly.
  4. The storm spins the leaves off the trees.
  5. The spider spins a web to catch its prey.

Quotes

  • Life is like a wheel. Sooner or later, it always comes around to where you started again. - Stephen King
  • The world spins. We stumble on. It is enough. - Colum McCann
  • I've always been interested in the idea of the spinster, the woman who is independent but nobody is dependent upon. - Gail Godwin

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