Synonyms for twist
47 synonyms found - words and phrases with similiar meaning. Definitionverb
- twist suddenly so as to sprain
- cause (a plastic object) to assume a crooked or angular form
- twist or pull violently or suddenly, especially so as to remove (something) from that to which it is attached or from where it originates
- form into a spiral shape
- to move in a twisting or contorted motion, (especially when struggling)
- extend in curves and turns
- practice sophistry; change the meaning of or be vague about in order to mislead or deceive
- do the twist
- form into twists
- turn in the opposite direction
noun
- a sharp strain on muscles or ligaments
- turning or twisting around (in place)
- a miniature whirlpool or whirlwind resulting when the current of a fluid doubles back on itself
- a circular segment of a curve
- an interpretation of a text or action
- a hairdo formed by braiding or twisting the hair
- the act of winding or twisting
- a jerky pulling movement
- any clever maneuver
- a sharp bend in a line produced when a line having a loop is pulled tight
- an unforeseen development
- the act of rotating rapidly
- social dancing in which couples vigorously twist their hips and arms in time to the music; was popular in the 1960s