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pirouette Synonyms

Another word for pirouette

Choosing another word for pirouette 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)

An act of spinning on one foot, typically with the raised foot touching the knee of the supporting leg, especially in ballet.

Usage Example

"The prima ballerina executed a flawless triple spin at the climax of her solo."

Strong
spin
twirl
whirl
pivot
Weak
gyration

• verb (Context 2)

To perform a rapid, full spin or twirl of the body on the point of the toe or the ball of the foot.

Usage Example

"She pirouetted gracefully across the polished wooden floor of the studio."

Strong
twirl
spin
whirl
pivot
Weak
gyrate

• Nearby Words

pirarucu
pirate
piratical
pirouette
piscatrix
piss
pissant

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