stir Synonyms
Another word for stir
• verb (Context 1)
To move a spoon or other implement around in a liquid or other substance in order to mix it thoroughly.
"Please mix the sauce continuously so that it does not stick to the bottom of the pan."
• noun (Context 2)
An act of mixing or moving a liquid or other substance around with a spoon or similar implement.
"She gave the simmering soup a quick mix before turning off the stove."
• verb (Context 3)
To move or cause to move slightly, or to begin to be active or awake after a period of rest.
"A gentle breeze began to move the autumn leaves across the courtyard."
• noun (Context 4)
A commotion, disturbance, or state of widespread excitement and interest among people.
"The unexpected announcement of the merger caused quite a commotion across the financial sector."
• verb (Context 5)
To arouse or evoke a strong feeling, memory, or emotion in someone.
"The orchestral performance managed to arouse a deep sense of nostalgia in the audience."
• noun (Context 6)
A slight physical movement or initial sign of activity.
"There was not a movement of wind in the trees on that humid summer afternoon."
• noun (Context 7)
A prison or state of confinement (used in informal or slang contexts).
"The novel's protagonist spent five years in prison before clearing his name."
Opposites of stir
The opposite of stir shifts depending on context. Common opposites include: