pivot

/ˈpɪvɒt/; /ˈpɪvət/; /pɪˈvoʊt/; /pɪˈvoʊt/; /pɪˈvɒt/; /ˈpɪvɑt/; /pɪˈvɑt/

Definitions

1. noun

a point at which an action or movement is changed direction or focus.

“The company’s pivot to renewable energy has reduced its carbon footprint significantly.”

2. verb

to change the direction or focus of an action or movement.

“The team had to pivot their marketing strategy in response to the new competitor.”

3. verb

to rotate on a pivot point.

“The door pivots on its hinges, making it easy to open and close.”

4. verb

to use something as a pivot point.

“She pivoted her argument around the new data, convincing the audience of her point.”

Synonyms

  • redirect
  • reorient
  • shift
  • turn

Antonyms

  • continue
  • maintain
  • persevere