Pronunciation

/weɪv/

Definitions

Noun

1. A disturbance of the surface of a liquid, gas, or plasma, caused by the movement of an object through it or by changes in pressure or other factors. For example: “The ocean waves crashed against the shore.”
2. A pattern or sequence of events or actions that rises and falls, repeats, or moves in a regular manner. For example: “Stock market waves can be unpredictable.”
3. A ripple of emotion or opinion spreading through a group or community. For example: “An idea spread like a wave across the office.”

Verb

1. To move or travel in a wave-like motion. For example: “The leaves on the trees waved gently in the breeze.”
2. To send or cause a wave, as in communication or emotion. For example: “She waved her hand to get the waiter’s attention.”

Adjective

1. Characterized by or resembling a wave; undulating. For example: “A wave-like pattern on the wallpaper.”
2. Recurrent or periodic. For example: “Seasonal waves of flu infections.”

Adverb

1. In a wave-like manner. For example: “She danced wildly, waving her arms.”

Phrases

• “Wave goodbye” means to say farewell by making a waving gesture.
• “Wave a flag” is an action to show support or recognition.
• “Wave your hands” is a request for attention or to indicate something is done.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The surfer rode the big wave all the way to the shore.”
• Verb: “He waved his hand to signal the driver to stop.”
• Adjective: “The sunset painted the sky with wave-like hues of orange and pink.”
• Adverb: “She waved her arms enthusiastically during the concert.”

Synonyms

• Swell
• Oscillation
• Ripple
• Movement
• Tide
• Current
• Roll
• Ebb and flow