Vortex

Pronunciation: /ˈvɔːrtɛks/

Vortex (noun)

  1. A powerful circular movement of air or water that pulls things towards its center.
  2. A situation that is difficult to escape from or understand, like being caught in a whirlpool.

Examples

  • The tornado formed a powerful vortex.
  • Leaves were caught in the water's vortex.

Common collocations: powerful vortex, form a vortex, water vortex, vortex of emotions, vortex of confusion

Synonyms of Vortex

Formal

Neutral

Informal

Antonyms of Vortex

  • describing lack of motion