vortex

noun
UK: /ˈvɔː.teks/
US: /ˈvɔːr.teks/

  1. A mass of swirling fluid or air.

    1. The water formed a small vortex.
    2. Leaves swirled in a vortex of wind near the building corner.

  2. A situation or state of affairs that draws people in powerfully.

    1. The project became a vortex of activity.
    2. The discussion descended into a vortex of accusations and blame.

Synonyms

whirlpool eddy maelstrom swirl
vortex transitive-verb

  1. To draw something into a vortex.

    1. The current vortexed the debris.
    2. The scandal vortexed the politician's reputation into disrepute.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "vortex" in English means: A mass of swirling fluid or air., A situation or state of affairs that draws people in powerfully..

The phonetic transcription of "vortex" is /ˈvɔː.teks/ in British English and /ˈvɔːr.teks/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "vortex": whirlpool, eddy, maelstrom, swirl.

Example usage of "vortex": "The water formed a small vortex.". More examples on the page.