oscillation

Definitions

The action or fact of swinging back and forth at a regular speed.

A regular variation in magnitude or position about a central point.

An indecisive fluctuation between beliefs, opinions, or conditions.

Examples

The pendulum's steady oscillation helped the clock keep accurate time.

Scientists observed a rapid oscillation in the magnetic field during the solar storm.

The bridge was designed to withstand the oscillation caused by high winds.

Synonyms

fluctuation vibration swing undulation wavering pulsation vacillation

Antonyms

stability steadiness stillness fixity stasis permanence immobility