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maelstrom

[ˈmeɪlstrəm]

maelstrom Definition

  • 1a powerful whirlpool in the sea or a river
  • 2a situation or state of confused movement or violent turmoil

Using maelstrom: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "maelstrom" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The boat was sucked into the maelstrom and capsized.

  • Example

    The country was caught in a political maelstrom.

  • Example

    The company was in a financial maelstrom after the scandal broke out.

maelstrom Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for maelstrom

Phrases with maelstrom

  • a state of intense and conflicting emotions

    Example

    After the breakup, she was caught in a maelstrom of emotions.

  • a situation of intense and chaotic activity

    Example

    The office was a maelstrom of activity as everyone rushed to meet the deadline.

  • a situation of intense and widespread violence

    Example

    The city was plunged into a maelstrom of violence during the riots.

Origins of maelstrom

from Dutch 'maalstroom', meaning 'whirlpool'

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Summary: maelstrom in Brief

The term 'maelstrom' [ˈmeɪlstrəm] refers to a powerful whirlpool in the sea or a river, or a situation of confused movement or violent turmoil. Examples include being sucked into a maelstrom, or being caught in a political or financial maelstrom. Phrases like 'maelstrom of emotions' and 'maelstrom of activity' denote intense and conflicting emotions or chaotic activity.