swoosh

/suːʃ/

Definitions

1. verb

to make a soft whooshing sound, typically of something moving quickly through the air.

“The bird swooshed past the window, its wings beating rapidly.”

2. noun

a soft whooshing sound, typically of something moving quickly through the air.

“The swoosh of the waterfall was soothing to listen to.”

Synonyms

  • sweep
  • whizz
  • whoosh

Antonyms

  • hesitate
  • linger