Synonyms for

Vortex

Verb / ˈvɔ:rteks / Another word for vortex — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a mass of whirling fluid or air, especially a whirlpool or whirlwind.

Synonyms & similar words

whirl swirl convolution maelstrom whirlpool whirlpool cyclone tornado maelstrom eddy swirl whirlwind spiral funnel gyre charybdis maelstrom whirl whorl twist helix cochlea corkscrew scroll coil

Synonyms by register

Formal

whirlpool maelstrom eddy gyre

Informal

swirl spin whirl

Literary

abyss vortex of despair whirlwind

Antonyms

calm stillness stasis equilibrium peace tranquility

Common collocations

  • powerful vortex
  • water vortex
  • air vortex
  • vortex of activity
  • vortex of change
  • vortex of emotions
  • vortex of the storm

Word family

noun vortex
verb vortex
adjective vortical

Usage note

While 'vortex' can refer to a literal spinning mass of fluid or air, it is often used metaphorically to describe a situation of intense activity or chaos.

Example sentences

  1. The vortex sucked in everything in its path.
  2. The tornado formed a terrifying vortex of wind and debris.
  3. The whirlpool's vortex pulled the boat under.
  4. The helicopter encountered a vortex as it flew over the canyon.
  5. The eddies swirled around in the vortex of the rapids.

Quotes

  • "I believe that the universe is a pulsating vortex of energy that is constantly changing." - Robert Lanza
  • "Success is a vortex that sucks in the people around you." - Howard Schultz
  • "I'm a vortex of energy and I suck everything in." - Stevie Nicks

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