Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Definitions

whirlpool

[hwurl-pool, wurl-] / ˈʰwɜrlˌpul, ˈwɜrl- /
NOUN
spinning water
Synonyms
Antonyms


Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Travelers in select suites can enjoy private whirlpool spas and outdoor showers.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 18, 2026

On the way to port, a powerful wave struck from two directions creating a whirlpool, and the boat flipped.

From BBC • Oct. 23, 2025

Byrne’s own children, 7 and 9, helped her snap out of the whirlpool of emotion that was making “If I Had Legs I’d Kick You.”

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 3, 2025

The suites themselves are spacious, with separate living and sleeping areas, a large bathroom with a soaking or whirlpool tub, and comfortable beds.

From Salon • Sep. 3, 2025

A wild whirlpool began to spin, its white waves becoming a herd of longma—dragon horses—racing to herald him in.

From "When the Sea Turned to Silver" by Grace Lin




Vocabulary lists containing whirlpool


Vocabulary.com logo
by dictionary.com

Look it up. Learn it forever.

Remember "whirlpool" for good with VocabTrainer. Expand your vocabulary effortlessly with personalized learning tools that adapt to your goals.

Take me to Vocabulary.com