Definitions
There are 23 meanings of the word
Twist.
How to pronounce twist:
US
Twist - as a noun
An unforeseen development
Example: "Events suddenly took an awkward turn"
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turnturn of eventsAn interpretation of a text or action
Example: "They put an unsympathetic construction on his conduct"
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constructionAny clever maneuver
Example: "He would stoop to any device to win a point"
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devicegimmickHypernyms (Closely Related)
maneuvermanoeuvretactical maneuvertactical manoeuvreHyponyms (Broadly Related)
The act of rotating rapidly
Example: "He gave the crank a spin"
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spintwirltwistingwhirlHypernyms (Closely Related)
rotary motionrotationHyponyms (Broadly Related)
A sharp strain on muscles or ligaments
Example: "The wrench to his knee occurred as he fell"
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pullwrenchHypernyms (Closely Related)
harmhurtinjurytraumaHyponyms (Broadly Related)
A sharp bend in a line produced when a line having a loop is pulled tight
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kinktwirlA circular segment of a curve
Example: "A bend in the road"
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bendcrookturnHypernyms (Closely Related)
curvecurved shapeHyponyms (Broadly Related)
A miniature whirlpool or whirlwind resulting when the current of a fluid doubles back on itself
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eddyA hairdo formed by braiding or twisting the hair
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braidplaittressHypernyms (Closely Related)
coifcoiffurehair stylehairdohairstyleHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Social dancing in which couples vigorously twist their hips and arms in time to the music; was popular in the 1960s
Example: "They liked to dance the twist"
The act of winding or twisting
Example: "He put the key in the old clock and gave it a good wind"
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windwindingTurning or twisting around (in place)
Example: "With a quick twist of his head he surveyed the room"
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turnHypernyms (Closely Related)
rotary motionrotationHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Twist - as a verb
To move in a twisting or contorted motion, (especially when struggling)
Example: "The prisoner writhed in discomfort"
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squirmwormwrestlewrigglewritheHypernyms (Closely Related)
moveHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Cause (an object) to assume a crooked or angular form
Example: "Bend the rod"
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benddeformflexturnHypernyms (Closely Related)
change formchange shapedeformHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Turn in the opposite direction
Example: "Twist one's head"
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turnHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Form into a spiral shape
Example: "The cord is all twisted"
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distorttwineHypernyms (Closely Related)
change formchange shapedeformHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
untwistForm into twists
Example: "Twist the strips of dough"
Extend in curves and turns
Example: "The road winds around the lake"
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curvewindHypernyms (Closely Related)
beHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Do the twist
Twist or pull violently or suddenly, especially so as to remove (something) from that to which it is attached or from where it originates
Example: "Wrench a window off its hinges"
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wrenchPractice sophistry; change the meaning of or be vague about in order to mislead or deceive
Example: "Don't twist my words"
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convolutepervertsophisticatetwist aroundExample Sentences
"She finished knitting the scarf and added a twist to the final row."
"The movie had a surprising twist at the end that left the audience in awe."
"He gave the doorknob a twist and opened the door."
"My grandmother has a unique twist on traditional recipes."
"The artist created a beautiful sculpture with an elegant twist."
Word Game Points
Is TWIST a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, twist is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
TWIST has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.
Is TWIST a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, twist is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordTWIST has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 8.
Is TWIST a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, twist is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordTWIST has a WORDFEUD points total of 8.
