Synonyms of tailspin

tailspin

noun

ˈtāl-ˌspin 

as in breakdown

a mental or nervous collapse

the pressures of his job nearly caused him to go into a tailspin

Synonyms & Similar Words

• breakdown
• nervous breakdown
• disturbance
• crack-up
• anxiety
• meltdown
• freak-out
• excitability
• nervousness
• agitation
• disquiet
• perturbation
• alarm
• frazzle
• apprehension
• basket case
• discomposure

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• composure
• calmness
• serenity
• coolness
• tranquility
• aplomb
• placidity
• imperturbability
• tranquilness
• sereneness
• self-possession

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of tailspin

But a trip to New York City sent Riley back into a tailspin, an alarming and frustrating three games at the plate for the 31-year-old. — Tyler Estep, AJC.com, 31 July 2026

Though just 37 words, the 2024 change sent the office into a tailspin that led to new leadership, a staff exodus and a backlog. — Cate Charron, IndyStar, 24 July 2026

Of course, the collection sold out within minutes of dropping, sending shoppers into a tailspin. — Gina Vaynshteyn, StyleCaster, 17 July 2026

If the roster is depleted any further by trades or injuries, the Angels could go into a tailspin and lose 100 games for the first time in franchise history. — Jeff Fletcher, Oc Register, 15 July 2026