turn Synonyms
turn Meaning
turn (n)
a circular segment of a curve
the act of changing or reversing the direction of the course
(game) the activity of doing something in an agreed succession
an unforeseen development
a movement in a new direction
the act of turning away or in the opposite direction
turning or twisting around (in place)
a time period for working (after which you will be relieved by someone else)
(sports) a division during which one team is on the offensive
a short performance that is part of a longer program
a favor for someone
taking a short walk out and back
turn (v)
change orientation or direction, also in the abstract sense
undergo a transformation or a change of position or action
undergo a change or development
cause to move around or rotate
change to the contrary
pass to the other side of
pass into a condition gradually, take on a specific property or attribute; become
let (something) fall or spill from a container
move around an axis or a center
cause to move around a center so as to show another side of
to send or let go
to break and turn over earth especially with a plow
shape by rotating on a lathe or cutting device or a wheel
change color
twist suddenly so as to sprain
cause to change or turn into something different;assume new characteristics
accomplish by rotating
get by buying and selling
cause to move along an axis or into a new direction
channel one's attention, interest, thought, or attention toward or away from something
cause (a plastic object) to assume a crooked or angular form
alter the functioning or setting of
direct at someone
have recourse to or make an appeal or request for help or information to
go sour or spoil
become officially one year older
turn (v. t.)
To make a turn about or around (something); to go or pass around by turning; as, to turn a corner.
turn Sentence Examples
- When it was her turn to speak, she confidently stepped up to the podium.
- The traffic light turned green, signaling drivers to proceed.
- The wheel of fate took an unexpected turn, leading to a surprising outcome.
- As the page turned, he couldn't help but anticipate the next chapter.
- The tides of fortune turned in their favor, bringing a glimmer of hope.
- The conversation took a sharp turn, becoming more serious and intense.
- The key turned smoothly in the lock, granting them access to the hidden room.
- His emotions turned from joy to despair in an instant, leaving him shattered.
- The driver made a sudden turn, narrowly avoiding a collision with the oncoming car.
- The table was turned on the accuser, exposing their own wrongdoing.
FAQs About the word turn
a circular segment of a curve, the act of changing or reversing the direction of the course, (game) the activity of doing something in an agreed succession, an
swing, swirl,rotate, twist, spin, twirl,roll, pivot, wheel, swivel
stay, continue, be, remain, stay,be, remain, continue, linger, abide
When it was her turn to speak, she confidently stepped up to the podium.
The traffic light turned green, signaling drivers to proceed.
The wheel of fate took an unexpected turn, leading to a surprising outcome.
As the page turned, he couldn't help but anticipate the next chapter.
