Synonyms of rotating

rotating

verb

present participle of rotate

1

as in spinning

to move (something) in a curved or circular path on or as if on an axis

rotate the mirror 180 degrees

Synonyms & Similar Words

• spinning
• swinging
• turning
• twirling
• twisting
• swirling
• revolving
• swiveling
• rolling
• whirling
• pivoting
• wheeling
• screwing
• winding
• cranking
• unscrewing
• circulating
• coiling
• reeling
• twiddling

2

as in revolving

to move in circles around an axis or center

with mirrors on three sides, she rotated all around to see how the dress looked on her

Synonyms & Similar Words

• revolving
• spinning
• turning
• twirling
• rolling
• whirling
• curling
• circling
• gyrating
• curving
• swirling
• twisting
• pirouetting
• pinwheeling
• wheeling
• coiling
• winding
• pivoting
• spiraling
• orbiting
• swiveling
• circulating
• twining
• encircling
• ringing
• rounding

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of rotating

The dial shows off Australian opal in full force, a dazzling stone that shifts between different shades of blue, depending on the light; the same material is used in between each of the 12 rotating cubes. — Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 8 Sep. 2026

There are other ways to provide enrichment, like rotating toys every day to stimulate exploration, using puzzle feeder dishes to satisfy hunting behaviors and playing videos for your cat showing birds or fish. — Emily Tarinelli, Los Angeles Times, 8 Sep. 2026

Bar Blondeau holds Sunday Sessions, a weekly wine and music party featuring a rotating slate of local musical talent and guest sommeliers. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Sep. 2026

The historic home, a charming 1925 property, is open to visitors and houses rotating exhibitions. — Lilah Ramzi, Vogue, 4 Sep. 2026

The balance of Lewis-Skelly and Guimaraes rotating alongside Odegaard worked against City, but Rice is not a player to drop or rest against Chelsea at home. — Thom Harris, New York Times, 4 Sep. 2026

Trial testimony revealed a fragmented course of care from a rotating cast of prescribers who didn’t seem to have the full picture of Clancy’s mental state and medical records. — Nancy Dillon, Rolling Stone, 4 Sep. 2026

Electricity travels from the rotating wheels through a custom conductive hub to a solar controller built into the frame. — New Atlas, 1 Sep. 2026

The gallery will provide a rotating selection of artworks available for purchase, on display alongside pieces from Ulla Johnson’s personal collection. — Tianwei Zhang, Footwear News, 1 Sep. 2026