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What is another word for Oscillations? – 117 Oscillations Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    fluctuations vibrations waves undulations pulsations tremors quivers shivers shudders trembles quakes seizures convulsions spasms palpitations throbs beats rhythms cycles swings oscillates vacillations wobbles jitters jitterings wavering waverings instability instability phenomena

    Meaning of Oscillations

    The primary meaning of the word "Oscillations" refers to the act of oscillating or the state of being in a state of oscillation, which involves repeated movements or cycles.

    Definitions

    • The repeated movement of something from one position to another and back again, typically in a regular and repeated manner.
    • * A cycle of events that repeats itself in a regular pattern.
    • * In physics, a back-and-forth movement of an object or a quantity, such as a pendulum or an electric current.

    Etymology of Oscillations

    The word "Oscillations" originates from the Latin word "oscillare," which means "to swing" and is derived from "oscillum," meaning "swing" or "cradle."
    Historically, the term was first used in the 17th century to describe the motion of a pendulum and later expanded to include other types of cyclical movements.

    Example Uses

    • The oscillations of the pendulum clock were so precise that it kept perfect time.
    • * The oscillations in the stock market made it difficult to predict the future of investments.
    • * The doctor monitored the patient's brain oscillations to diagnose the cause of the seizures.

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    stability steadiness consistency constancy uniformity invariability fixedness rigidity firmness solidity permanence stationary stillness quietness calmness serenity peace order regularity predictability

    Related Nouns

    frequency amplitude period cycle wave vibration tremor quiver shiver shudder tremble quake seizure convulsion spasm palpitation throb beat rhythm swing vacillation wobble jitter instability

    Related Verbs

    oscillate vibrate fluctuate undulate pulsate tremble quiver shiver shudder tremble quake seize convulse spasm palpitate throb beat swing vacillate wobble jitter stabilize

    Related Adjectives

    oscillating vibrating fluctuating undulating pulsating trembling quivering shivering shuddering trembly quaky seizure-like convulsive spasmodic palpitative throbbing beating swinging vacillating wobbly jittery unstable