sway

¹sway

noun \ˈswā\

Definition of SWAY

1

: the action or an instance of swaying or of being swayed : an oscillating, fluctuating, or sweeping motion

2

: an inclination or deflection caused by or as if by swaying

3

a : a controlling influence b : sovereign power : dominion c : the ability to exercise influence or authority : dominance

Examples of SWAY

1. the sway of the ship
2. the sexy sway of her hips
3. He has come under the sway of terrorists.
4. The ancient Romans held sway over most of Europe.

Origin of SWAY

Middle English sweigh, from sweyen

First Known Use: 14th century

Related to SWAY

Synonyms: impact, influence, mark, repercussion, effect

Antonyms: impotence, impotency, powerlessness

Related Words: authority, clout, prestige, pull, weight; command, domination, dominion, mastery; consequence, importance, significance; sovereignty (also sovranty), supremacy

Near Antonyms: helplessness, impotence, impotency, powerlessness, weakness

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Rhymes with SWAY

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