Meaning & use
vortex
A mass of spinning air, water, or other fluid that pulls objects toward its center.
See it in a sentence
Water spiraled into a vortex as it drained quickly from the bathtub.
The pilot steered away from the storm's vortex to avoid the violent winds.
A note on using this word
Vortex is also used figuratively for a situation that draws people in and is hard to escape, like a vortex of debt.
Words with a similar meaning
whirlpoolwhirlwind
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Another way to use it
2. noun
A situation or emotional state that overwhelms and is difficult to escape.
Arguing over money pulled the couple into a vortex of blame and resentment.
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