Pronunciation

/swɪŋ/

Definitions

Noun

• A noun referring to a movement or action: A pendulum movement, typically from side to side, as on a playground swing or a golf club. For example: “The child was having fun on the tire swing.”
• A noun referring to a change or alternation: A shift in mood, opinion, or circumstances. For example: “The weather forecast predicts a swing in temperatures this week.”

Verb

• To move with a swinging motion: To propel oneself by pushing off with one foot while hanging from a bar or rope. For example: “She swung high above the ground on the jungle gym.”
• To vary or alternate between two extremes: To change direction or opinion. For example: “His moods swung from happy to sad in a matter of minutes.”

Adjective

• Adjective describing a rhythmic or regular movement: Characteristic of a smooth, back-and-forth motion. For example: “The pendulum’s graceful swing.”
• Adjective describing a wide range or variation: Extensive or considerable. For example: “The stock market experienced a wild swing in value.”

Adverb

• An adverb indicating a swinging or pendulous movement: In a swinging manner. For example: “He swung his arms widely as he walked.”

Phrases

• “Take a swing” means to make an attempt or try something.
• “Swing by” is an informal way to say to stop by briefly.
• “Hang on to the swing” implies holding onto something securely while swinging.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The old man sat on the porch, watching the children’s swings sway gently.”
• Verb: “After finishing his homework, he took a swing at the baseball game.”
• Adjective: “Her mood swings were unpredictable, making it hard to plan our day.”

Synonyms

• Pivot
• Oscillate
• Rock
• Shift
• Change (in context)
• Maneuver
• Beat (in context)