sashay

/ˈsæʃeɪ/

Definitions

1. verb

to walk or move with a carefree, confident, and often exaggerated gait, typically with a swaying or swinging motion of the hips.

“She sashayed down the catwalk, turning heads with her bold fashion sense.”

2. noun

a confident and carefree walk, typically with a swaying or swinging motion of the hips.

“Her sashay down the aisle caught everyone’s attention at the wedding.”

3. noun

a style of dance characterized by a carefree, swinging gait.

“The sashay was a key element in the choreographed dance routine.”

Synonyms

  • saunter
  • strut
  • sway

Antonyms

  • stagger
  • stumble