Meaning & Definition of Sway in English
English⟶
Sway
/swe/
noun
1. Controlling influence
synonym:
- sway
2. Pitching dangerously to one side
synonym:
- rock,
- careen,
- sway,
- tilt
verb
1. Move back and forth or sideways
- "The ship was rocking"
- "The tall building swayed"
- "She rocked back and forth on her feet"
synonym:
- rock,
- sway,
- shake
2. Move or walk in a swinging or swaying manner
- "He swung back"
synonym:
- swing,
- sway
3. Win approval or support for
- "Carry all before one"
- "His speech did not sway the voters"
synonym:
- carry,
- persuade,
- sway
4. Cause to move back and forth
- "Rock the cradle"
- "Rock the baby"
- "The wind swayed the trees gently"
synonym:
- rock,
- sway
Examples of using
Tall buildings may sway in a strong wind.