cyclonic

adjective

Definition of cyclonicnext
as in violent
marked by bursts of destructive force or intense activity a man who was given to cyclonic rages

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Recent Examples of cyclonic Securing a flagship robotic vacuum with pressurized stain pre-treatment, active self-washing roller mopping, and a bagless cyclonic dock for under $900 is an exceptional value. — Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 7 Aug. 2026 The system became part of a large cyclonic gyre over Central America on or before October 5. — Laura Payne, Encyclopedia Britannica, 24 July 2026 Idalia’s winds intensified a nearby cyclonic eddy. — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 23 Feb. 2026 The cyclonic storms went on to unleash torrential rains and catastrophic flooding – including, in one area, the second-wettest day recorded anywhere in history – across swathes of South and Southeast Asia. — Helen Regan, CNN Money, 6 Dec. 2025 Their shared experience — and understanding of the difficulties freshmen face — has helped guide those like Flowers through Florida’s cyclonic period of the last month. — Noah White, Miami Herald, 10 Nov. 2025 Shark UltraCyclone Pro Cordless Handheld Vacuum The Shark UltraCyclone Pro features two cyclonic air streams that results in powerful suction that’s ideal for day-to-day cleanups. — Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cyclonic
  1. violent
  2. ferocious
  3. turbulent
  4. fierce
  5. volcanic
  6. furious
Adjective
  • Cox, whose home overlooks the scenic drive, said she's seen several violent crashes along the road.
    — Laurie Perez, CBS News, 14 Aug. 2026
  • In an unusual move just a few months before the midterm elections as many Republicans continue to tout the drop in crime, the FBI report also noted that violent and other crime has continued to drop during the first six months of 2026.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of violent
Adjective
  • Lamborghini used Monterey to reveal the Revuelto SV, a harder, faster version of its already ferocious V12 hybrid flagship.
    — Josh Max, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2026
  • Well, thanks to a video making the rounds of Buffalo Bills offensive tackle Dion Dawkins doing some poop-scooping, the lines have been drawn for a ferocious online debate.
    — Matt Reigle OutKick, FOXNews.com, 16 Aug. 2026
Definition of ferocious
Adjective
  • Armed with an arsenal of tools – from DIY inventions to GPS trackers to drones – Daniel scours the turbulent Vistula River on an all-consuming search, desperate for answers.
    — Leo Barraclough, Variety, 12 Aug. 2026
  • But the fund, overwhelmingly comprised of equities, saw a turbulent first six months of the year.
    — Chloe Taylor, CNBC, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of turbulent
Adjective
  • Once known for his fierce striking, power leg kicks, wheel kicks and punches.
    — Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 16 Aug. 2026
  • There's fierce competition among the seven other receivers on the camp roster for an opening day roster spot.
    — CBS News, CBS News, 16 Aug. 2026
Definition of fierce
Adjective
  • There’s a keen juxtaposition of the old and the modern throughout this part of Edinburgh, where buildings made of ancient volcanic sandstone accommodate hip boutiques like record store Underground Solu'shn and coffee shops like The Milkman.
    — Paul Jebara, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Aug. 2026
  • Indonesia, an archipelago of more than 17,000 islands, is prone to earthquakes and volcanic eruptions because of its location on the Pacific Ring of Fire.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of volcanic
Adjective
  • Ocasio-Cortez’s choice to share her egg-freezing publicly has kicked off furious debate and confused hand-wringing among conservatives.
    — Anna Russell, New Yorker, 14 Aug. 2026
  • One man was quick enough to grab his ankle and let out a firm objection, but the foot slipped free from the boot and the houndsman was gone into the tight tunnel full of frantic dogs and furious bear.
    — Paul Schullery, Outdoor Life, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of furious

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“Cyclonic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cyclonic. Accessed 19 Aug. 2026.

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