Definitions

spin

[spin] / spɪn /

NOUN

circular motion

Synonyms

STRONGEST

spiral twist

STRONG

circuit gyration revolution roll rotation turn whirl

Antonyms

STRONG

stagnation

WEAK

immobility inaction inactivity

VERB

go around, make go around

Synonyms

STRONGEST

reel revolve rotate spiral swim turn twirl twist whirl

STRONG

gyrate gyre oscillate pirouette purl wheel

WEAK

pendulate

Antonyms

STRONGEST

straighten untwist

WEAK

stand steady

Example Sentences

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Spin offs historically outperform the S&P 500 by over 10 percentage points.

From Barron's • Apr. 10, 2026

Spin, for instance, like a flower in the wind, or lightly snap your fingers to recall the sound of rain.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 22, 2026

Spin can also play an important role in quantum technology, especially when paired with superconductors.

From Science Daily • Feb. 21, 2026

Spin will almost certainly play a role in Adelaide.

From BBC • Dec. 11, 2025

I read Spin or Archie magazines in the can.

From "Anthem of a Reluctant Prophet" by Joanne Proulx