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helix Synonyms

Another word for helix

Choosing another word for helix depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

A three-dimensional curve or object that winds in a smooth, continuous spiral around a central cylinder or cone, such as a corkscrew, spring, or the double-stranded structure of DNA.

Usage Example

"Watson and Crick famously demonstrated that the DNA molecule takes the form of a double spiral."

Strongest
spiral
Strong
coil
corkscrew
twist
Weak
whorl

• noun (Context 2)

A small spiral ornament or volute located under the abacus of a Corinthian or Composite column capital in classical architecture.

Usage Example

"The restorer carefully chiseled the damaged stone volute on the Corinthian capital of the temple facade."

Strong
volute
scroll

• Nearby Words

heliotropium
helipad
heliport
helix
hell
hella
hellas

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Helix. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/helix
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