Swirling

Pronunciation: /ˈswɜrlɪŋ/

Definitions of swirling

verb Swirling is a present participle form of the verb swirl, which means to move or cause to move in a twisting or spiraling pattern.

Example Sentences

A1 The leaves were swirling in the wind.

A2 She watched the colors swirling together in the paint.

B1 The dancer moved gracefully, swirling across the stage.

B2 The storm clouds were swirling ominously overhead.

C1 The rumors of scandal were swirling around the political candidate.

C2 The emotions of love and loss were swirling in her heart.

Examples of swirling in a Sentence

formal The artist created a masterpiece with swirling brushstrokes of vibrant colors.

informal I love watching the swirling patterns in the water when I stir my tea.

slang The party was lit with everyone swirling on the dance floor.

figurative Emotions were swirling inside her, making it hard to focus on anything else.

Grammatical Forms of swirling

• past tense: swirled
• plural: swirls
• comparative: more swirling
• superlative: most swirling
• present tense: swirl
• future tense: will swirl
• perfect tense: have swirled
• continuous tense: is swirling
• singular: swirling
• positive degree: swirling
• infinitive: to swirl
• gerund: swirling
• participle: swirling

Origin and Evolution of swirling

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Old English

Story behind the word: The word 'swirling' is derived from the Old English word 'swirlian' which means to whirl or twist around.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'swirling' has retained its original meaning of a circular or twisting motion, but has also come to be used metaphorically to describe a chaotic or confused situation.