oscillate
osc
ˈɑs
aas
i
ə
ē
llate
ˌleɪt
leit
British pronunciation
/ˈɒsɪlˌe‍ɪt/

Definition & Meaning of "oscillate"in English

to oscillate
01

to move back and forth repeatedly between two points or positions

Intransitive
to oscillate definition and meaning
example
Examples
The pendulum swung back and forth, oscillating steadily over time.
02

to move back and forth in a regular rhythm between two or more states, positions, or opinions

Intransitive
example
Examples
Political views may oscillate from liberal to conservative as people experience different life stages.
03

(of an electric current) to vary in strength or direction in a consistent, repetitive cycle

Intransitive
example
Examples
The signal generator caused the current to oscillate between high and low voltages.
LanGeek
Download LanGeek app
langeek application

Download Mobile App

stars

app store