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OSCILLATES Synonyms

There are 3 synonyms of the word oscillates. (exact relations)
There are 5 hypernyms of the word oscillates. (close relations)

Best Alternative Words for OSCILLATES

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vacillate
verbv
verb

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

• move or sway in a rising and falling or wavelike pattern

vibrate
verbv
verb

• shake, quiver, or throb; move back and forth rapidly, usually in an uncontrolled manner

• move or swing from side to side regularly

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

• sound with resonance

• feel sudden intense sensation or emotion

hover
verbv
verb

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

• to hang about in a place beyond the proper or usual time

• hang in the air; fly or be suspended above

• be suspended in the air, as if in defiance of gravity

• hang over, as of something threatening, dark, or menacing

Best Hypernyms For OSCILLATES

Here is a list of related hypernyms for oscillates, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (5)
hesitate sway swing waffle waver

Alternatives for VACILLATE

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