Synonyms for oscillate

Synonyms for (verb) oscillate

Synonyms: oscillate, vibrate

Definition: move or swing from side to side regularly

Usage: the needle on the meter was oscillating

Similar words: sway, swing

Definition: move or walk in a swinging or swaying manner

Usage: He swung back


Synonyms: hover, oscillate, vibrate, vacillate

Definition: be undecided about something; waver between conflicting positions or courses of action

Usage: He oscillates between accepting the new position and retirement

Similar words: waver, waffle, hesitate

Definition: pause or hold back in uncertainty or unwillingness

Usage: Authorities hesitate to quote exact figures


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