CYCLONIC Synonyms: 56 Similar and Opposite Words

cyclonic

adjective

Definition of cyclonic

as in violent

marked by bursts of destructive force or intense activity a man who was given to cyclonic rages

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Recent Examples of cyclonic Securing a flagship robotic vacuum with pressurized stain pre-treatment, active self-washing roller mopping, and a bagless cyclonic dock for under $900 is an exceptional value. — Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 7 Aug. 2026 The system became part of a large cyclonic gyre over Central America on or before October 5. — Laura Payne, Encyclopedia Britannica, 24 July 2026 Idalia’s winds intensified a nearby cyclonic eddy. — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 23 Feb. 2026 The cyclonic storms went on to unleash torrential rains and catastrophic flooding – including, in one area, the second-wettest day recorded anywhere in history – across swathes of South and Southeast Asia. — Helen Regan, CNN Money, 6 Dec. 2025 Their shared experience — and understanding of the difficulties freshmen face — has helped guide those like Flowers through Florida’s cyclonic period of the last month. — Noah White, Miami Herald, 10 Nov. 2025 Shark UltraCyclone Pro Cordless Handheld Vacuum The Shark UltraCyclone Pro features two cyclonic air streams that results in powerful suction that’s ideal for day-to-day cleanups. — Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Oct. 2025

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Hong Kong’s position as a once-outspoken corner of China has been upended in recent years by a national security crackdown following huge and often violent democracy protests that convulsed the city in 2019.

— Chris Lau, CNN Money, 21 Aug. 2026
New documents presented Thursday also illustrate a history of allegations of racist and violent behavior by Austin Metcalf and his twin brother, Hunter, among the character evidence that was not presented at the trial.

— Harriet Ramos, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 21 Aug. 2026

Definition of violent

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After surviving a ferocious first half to trail only 13-12, the All Blacks' resolve hardened by new coach Dave Rennie and age-old ability to produce something from nothing turned a tense contest into a rout by five tries to South Africa's one.

— ABC News, ABC News, 22 Aug. 2026
One track consists of her ferocious, transfixing, concept works, which plunge the gathered into the heart and soul of extreme historical and cultural experiences.

— Matt Thompson, SPIN, 21 Aug. 2026

Definition of ferocious

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Royal historian Amanda Foreman told PEOPLE in December 2025 that the turbulent few years made Kate and William more connected.

— Grace Gavilanes, PEOPLE, 20 Aug. 2026
Palace’s squad always had a spine which included strong personalities or those who knew the club and had experience to guide them through turbulent times and new starts.

— Matt Woosnam, New York Times, 18 Aug. 2026

Definition of turbulent

Adjective

Sonic booms, volcanic eruptions and meteor airbursts can produce similar atmospheric shock waves, potentially creating other natural seismic sources.

— Nolan Roth, Scientific American, 23 Aug. 2026
Toba volcanic system, Earth Around 74,000 years ago, Toba produced one of the largest explosive eruptions identified in the geological record.

— Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 22 Aug. 2026

Definition of volcanic

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