Synonyms of undertow

Noun

1. undertow, inclination

usage: an inclination contrary to the strongest or prevailing feeling; "his account had a poignant undertow of regret"

2. undertow, sea puss, sea-puss, sea purse, sea-purse, sea-poose, undertide, undercurrent

usage: the seaward undercurrent created after waves have broken on the shore

Definition and meaning of undertow (Dictionary)