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Definition of aswirl

aswirl

/əˈswɝːl/
a · swirl
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• adjective

1

Moving in a swirling, eddying, or whirling motion, or figuratively filled with a bustling or tumultuous activity.

Example

"The autumn courtyard was aswirl with golden leaves carried by the sudden gust of wind."

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• adverb

1

In a swirling or whirling manner; with a twisting, circular motion.

Example

"A sudden draft set the loose papers aswirl across the polished library floor."

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Word Nuance & Usage

As an adjective, 'aswirl' is strictly used predicatively (appearing after a linking verb or directly following a noun, as in 'her mind was aswirl with ideas') and cannot be placed directly before a noun.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Aswirl. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/aswirl
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