Sway Definition & Meaning
sway
- noun
- controlling influence
- pitching dangerously to one side
- verb
- move back and forth or sideways; "the ship was rocking"; "the tall building swayed"; "She rocked back and forth on her feet"
- move or walk in a swinging or swaying manner; "He swung back"
- win approval or support for; "Carry all before one"; "His speech did not sway the voters"
- cause to move back and forth; "rock the cradle"; "rock the baby"; "the wind swayed the trees gently"
"Sway" in song lyrics
See how sway is used in real songs:
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"Angelic face to my drunken sway"
3 Melancholy Gypsies — And If -
"Played like suede, on a summer sway"
3rd Bass — Brooklyn-Queens -
"And the white t-shirt that was stained in dirt, he sat down to watch it sway"
Aceyalone & RJD2 — Solomon Jones
Words that rhyme with sway
Usage tips for "sway"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "sway" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for sway to find words that pair well.