gyration Antonyms

Meaning of gyration

Wordnet

gyration (n)

a single complete turn (axial or orbital)

the act of rotating in a circle or spiral

Webster

gyration (n.)

The act of turning or whirling, as around a fixed center; a circular or spiral motion; motion about an axis; rotation; revolution.

One of the whorls of a spiral univalve shell.

gyration Sentence Examples

  1. The dancer's hips gyrated rhythmically to the beat of the music.
  2. The whirling dervishes performed mesmerizing gyrations as they sought spiritual enlightenment.
  3. The gyration of the washing machine could be heard throughout the house.
  4. The earth's gyrations create the changing seasons.
  5. The stars exhibit subtle gyrations as they orbit around celestial bodies.
  6. The politician's gyrations and evasions failed to satisfy his critics.
  7. The stock market's gyrations led to investor uncertainty.
  8. The aircraft performed a series of gyrations before landing safely.
  9. The gyrations of the storm winds destroyed countless homes and businesses.
  10. The child's gyrations of joy upon receiving their favorite toy were infectious.

FAQs About the word gyration

a single complete turn (axial or orbital), the act of rotating in a circle or spiralThe act of turning or whirling, as around a fixed center; a circular or spir

rotation, twirl, curve, spin,roll, spiral, revolution, reel, wheel, pirouette

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The dancer's hips gyrated rhythmically to the beat of the music.

The whirling dervishes performed mesmerizing gyrations as they sought spiritual enlightenment.

The gyration of the washing machine could be heard throughout the house.

The earth's gyrations create the changing seasons.