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OSCILLATING

(adj.sat, verb, adj.)

Definitions

There are 5 meanings of the word Oscillating.

Oscillating - as an adjective satellite

Having periodic vibrations

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
oscillatory16

Oscillating - as a verb

To swing back and forth, especially if with a regular rhythm.

Example: "A pendulum oscillates slower as it gets longer."

To vacillate between conflicting opinions, etc.

Example: "The mood for change oscillated from day to day."

To vary above and below a mean value.

Oscillating - as an adjective

Moving in a repeated back-and-forth motion.

Example Sentences

"The fan was set to an oscillating mode, moving from left to right."
"The pendulum of the clock was oscillating back and forth."
"The oscillating motion of the waves was mesmerizing to watch."
"He was woken up by the sound of the oscillating fan in the room."
"The oscillating sprinkler evenly waters the entire lawn."
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Word Game Points

Is OSCILLATING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, oscillating is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

OSCILLATING has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.

Is OSCILLATING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, oscillating is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
OSCILLATING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.

Is OSCILLATING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, oscillating is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
OSCILLATING has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.

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