Definition

Having more spins or twists than something else; more spinny.

Example

The spinnier toy was much more fun to play with than the regular one.

Conversation

I just tried that new ride at the amusement park, and it was even spinnier than I expected!

Wow, I love rides like that! Did you feel dizzy afterwards?

Definitely! I was spinning around so much it took a while to recover.

Haha, I can imagine! Those are the best kind of rides, though.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'spinnier' is derived from 'spin' (from Old English 'spinnan', meaning to twist or turn) and the comparative suffix '-ier' (meaning more). Thus, 'spinnier' refers to something that is more twisted or turned than something else.

Memory Tip

Think of the action of 'twisting' ('spin') and how 'spinnier' means something that is 'more twisted' than another.

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