wobble

/ˈwɒbəl/

Definitions

1. verb

to move or cause something to move unsteadily from side to side

“The unsteady child wobbled as she tried to walk”

2. verb

to move or cause something to swing or sway

“The tree branch wobbled gently in the breeze”

3. noun

an unsteady or unbalanced movement or condition

“The wobble of the ship caused the passengers to feel seasick”

4. noun

a vibration or oscillation, especially of sound

“The wobble of the guitar string gave the music a unique quality”

5. noun

a type of dance move in which the knees are bent and the body is swayed

“The singer performed a wobble to get the crowd’s attention”

Synonyms

  • lurch
  • oscillate
  • rock
  • sway

Antonyms

  • firm
  • stable
  • steady