twist

/twɪst/

Definitions

1. noun

a sudden movement or change of direction, or a sudden and unexpected development or turn of events.

“The plot of the novel took a sudden twist, surprising the reader.”

2. verb

to turn or turn back something, such as a rope or a cord, into a spiral shape, or to turn or bend something, such as a person’s arm or leg, out of its normal position.

“She twisted the rope to tie a knot.”

3. verb

to change the direction or course of something, such as a plan or a decision.

“He twisted the manager’s decision by offering a compromise.”

4. noun

a turn or change in a musical phrase or melody.

“The musician added a twist to the song by playing it in a different key.”

5. noun

a type of dance move, especially a turn or a spin.

“The ballet dancer performed a beautiful twist during the performance.”

6. noun

a sudden and unexpected feeling or emotion.

“She felt a twist of sadness when she heard the news.”

7. noun

a type of pastry or dessert, especially one that is curled or twisted in shape.

“The bakery sold a variety of twists, including chocolate and vanilla flavors.”

8. verb

to make something seem more interesting or appealing by adding a new or unexpected element.

“The artist twisted the ordinary into something extraordinary with his unique style.”

9. noun

a sudden and unexpected change in the weather.

“The forecast predicted a twist in the weather, with a storm moving in quickly.”

Synonyms

  • change
  • curl
  • shift
  • spin
  • turn
  • turning
  • twirl

Antonyms

  • level
  • straight
  • straighten
  • untwist
  • unwind