Synonyms of whirlpool

whirlpool

noun

ˈ(h)wər(-ə)l-ˌpül 

as in vortex

water moving rapidly in a circle with a hollow in the center

in The Odyssey, Ulysses is trapped between the six-headed monster Scylla and Charybdis, a deadly whirlpool that threatens to suck in his ship

Synonyms & Similar Words

• vortex
• gulf
• maelstrom
• swirl
• eddy
• tourbillion
• whirl

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of whirlpool

All resort guests receive complimentary access to the steam rooms, saunas, whirlpool, and relaxation areas during spa hours. — Meagan Drillinger, Travel + Leisure, 13 July 2026

Inside is one of the largest indoor hotel pools in the city with hydrotherapy areas, whirlpools, sauna and steam room. — Ramsey Qubein, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026

The infamous cyclops briefly appeared, as well as footage of Odysseus and his men battling the cannibalistic race of giants known as Laestrygonians and navigating around the treacherous whirlpool Charybdis. — Jennifer Ouellette, ArsTechnica, 1 July 2026

The ship also boasts seven pools and nine whirlpools. — Megan Dubois, Southern Living, 25 June 2026