Synonyms of spins

spins 1 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of spin

1

as in rotates

to move in circles around an axis or center

spinning on its axis, the Earth makes one complete rotation every 23 hours 56 minutes 4 seconds

Synonyms & Similar Words

• rotates
• revolves
• turns
• twirls
• whirls
• rolls
• wheels
• gyrates
• curls
• circles
• pirouettes
• spirals
• twists
• swirls
• pinwheels
• coils
• curves
• rings
• winds
• rounds
• pivots
• orbits
• twines
• circulates
• swivels
• encircles

2

as in swims

to be in a confused state as if from being twirled around

my head spun as I contemplated all the possible problems this restructuring could cause

Synonyms & Similar Words

• swims
• whirls
• turns
• reels
• swirls

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• collects
• calms
• settles
• steadies

3

as in turns

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

spun the child around until he was hopelessly dizzy

Synonyms & Similar Words

• rotates
• turns
• twirls
• swings
• twists
• swivels
• swirls
• whirls
• pivots
• wheels
• revolves
• rolls
• screws
• reels
• coils
• winds
• cranks
• unscrews
• circulates
• twiddles

spins

2 of 2

noun

plural of spin

1

as in rotations

a rapid turning about on an axis or central point

the ice skater moved into a tight spin at the end of her routine

Synonyms & Similar Words

• rotations
• wheels
• twirls
• rolls
• curves
• reels
• twists
• revolutions
• curls
• spirals
• pirouettes
• gyrations
• whirls
• circles
• orbits
• coils
• whorls
• rings
• rounds
• circuits
• circulations
• eddies
• swirls

2

as in excursions

a short trip for pleasure

a family out for a spin on a beautiful Sunday afternoon

Synonyms & Similar Words

• excursions
• travels
• tours
• walks
• sashays
• rambles
• jaunts
• sorties
• outings
• junkets
• sallies
• expeditions
• journeys
• detours
• voyages
• hikes
• odysseys
• treks
• circuits
• safaris
• peregrinations
• pilgrimages

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of spins

Verb

Come nightfall, the rooftop bar opens and hotel guests and outside visitors (who pay a cover for access) can sip cocktails on plush white sofas or grab an Adirondack chair by the firepit while a DJ spins. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 13 Nov. 2026

Those knee spins alone should have earned this an automatic perfect score. — Maggie Fremont, Vulture, 11 Nov. 2026

This scenario is unlikely but theoretically possible, new research suggests, if a black hole spins up fast enough — the maximum rate physically possible, in fact. — Frank Landymore, Futurism, 7 Nov. 2026

Through stoicism, Nighthawks spins the dark side of American life as cool; its quiet menace is slick and alluring, and its lonesome, shadowy characters are iconic. — Literary Hub, 26 Oct. 2026

In a flowing, ice-blond wig, Ashford’s character spins an escalating series of imperial atrocities. — Mariah Kreutter, New York Times, 22 Oct. 2026

The Roadster 2 reaches over 26 feet in the air through its cold-gas thrusters, spins once in mid-air, then uses the same tech to land safely. — James Peckham, PC Magazine, 16 Oct. 2026

Inspired by spider silk, the company genetically programs microorganisms to produce silk proteins through fermentation, then spins those proteins into biodegradable yarn. — Kate Gammon, Time, 15 Oct. 2026

The show spins a fictional intelligence story around the Doolittle Raid of 1942. — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 10 Oct. 2026

Noun

Italian spins from Bonanno Concepts Chefs Frank Bonanno and Michael Dunning have three to-go menus, each with instructions for finishing the meal at home. — Sara Hansen, Denver Post, 11 Nov. 2026

Chef Williams Saurina adds his own touches, with novel spins on ceviche, zesty salsas flecked with pumpkin seeds, and aromatic Tikin Xic (sea bass with recado rojo, made from local achiote, wrapped in totomoxtle leaf). — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Oct. 2026

Just as the Chicano movement welcomed new interpretations of Latinidad, the emergence of Día de los Muertos events has welcomed alternative spins on the holiday. — Carlos De Loera, Los Angeles Times, 29 Oct. 2026

Because quantum spins can occupy only certain states, researchers must apply a signal at the appropriate frequency to induce a transition. — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 28 Oct. 2026

Brunson beats defenders with skill and not size, relying on footwork, fakes and spins that create angles to get his shot off against taller defenders. — ABC News, 16 Oct. 2026

There were plenty of new spins on his famous baker boy cap showcased like art objects in a striking Plexiglas installation in an art gallery opposite Le Bristol, plus numerous other variations on other headgear in his spring 2027 lineup. — Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 7 Oct. 2026