Synonyms for twist

Other words for “twist”, grouped by meaning.

We found 37 synonyms for “twist”. The most common are turn, turn of events, construction, device, gimmick.

noun an unforeseen development

noun an interpretation of a text or action

Synonymsconstruction

noun any clever maneuver

noun the act of rotating rapidly

noun a sharp strain on muscles or ligaments

Synonymswrenchpull

noun a sharp bend in a line produced when a line having a loop is pulled tight

Synonymskinktwirl

noun a circular segment of a curve

noun a miniature whirlpool or whirlwind resulting when the current of a fluid doubles back on itself

Synonymseddy

noun a jerky pulling movement

Synonymswrench

noun a hairdo formed by braiding or twisting the hair

noun the act of winding or twisting

Synonymswindwinding

noun turning or twisting around (in place)

Synonymsturn

verb to move in a twisting or contorted motion, (especially when struggling)

verb cause (a plastic object) to assume a crooked or angular form

verb form into a spiral shape

Synonymstwinedistort
Oppositesuntwist

verb extend in curves and turns

Synonymswindcurve

verb twist or pull violently or suddenly, especially so as to remove (something) from that to which it is attached or from where it originates

Synonymswrench

verb practice sophistry; change the meaning of or be vague about in order to mislead or deceive

verb twist suddenly so as to sprain

Source: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University