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somersault Synonyms
Another word for somersault
Choosing another word for somersault depends on context, so the 10 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
• noun (Context 1)
An acrobatic movement in which a person turns head over heels in the air or on the ground and lands or finishes on their feet.
Usage Example
"The gymnast completed a flawless double flip before landing squarely on the mat."
Strongest
flip
Strong
tumble
roll
Weak
handstand
• verb (Context 2)
To perform an acrobatic movement by turning head over heels in the air or on the ground.
Usage Example
"The children somersaulted down the grassy hill all afternoon."
Strongest
flip
Strong
tumble
roll
Weak
cartwheel
• noun (Context 3)
A sudden, complete reversal of opinions, plans, or principles.
Usage Example
"The committee performed a political about-face by endorsing the very proposal it had rejected last month."
Strongest
about-face
Strong
reversal
turnaround
backflip
volte-face
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Somersault. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/somersault