Rocked: meaning, definitions and examples

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rocked

 

[rɒkt ]

Definition

Context #1 | Verb

past tense

Rocked is the simple past tense of the verb 'rock', which means to move back and forth or side to side. It can also refer to causing someone to feel excitement or enthusiasm. In a musical context, it often implies performing music, particularly rock or popular music styles.

Synonyms

jolted, shook, swayed.

Examples of usage

  • The audience rocked in their seats.
  • She rocked the crowd with her performance.
  • The car rocked gently on the bumpy road.

Interesting Facts

Etymology

  • The word 'rocked' comes from the Old English word 'roccian', meaning to sway or move.
  • It has roots in both German and Dutch languages, which also have similar forms related to swaying movements.

Music

  • In the music world, 'rocked' often refers to the genre of rock music, a style that emerged in the 20th century and is known for its strong beat and use of electric guitars.
  • Famous bands like The Beatles and The Rolling Stones have songs that 'rock' audiences, providing energetic performances.

Pop Culture

  • The phrase 'rocked the house' is commonly used to describe an exciting performance, origin stemming from rock concerts.
  • The term has expanded to imply doing something exceptionally well, like 'She rocked her presentation!'

Psychology

  • Rocking motions, like those of a rocking chair, are often found to be calming and can reduce stress and anxiety.
  • Studies have shown that rhythmic movements can trigger feelings of safety, especially in infants.

Science

  • In geology, when one says a rock 'rocked', it might refer to seismic activity making them shake during an earthquake.
  • The study of how rocks move and change form is known as tectonics, which involves plate movements that can rock the ground.

Translations

Translations of the word "rocked" in other languages:

🇵🇹 abalou

🇮🇳 हिलाया

🇩🇪 geschockt

🇮🇩 mengguncang

🇺🇦 захоплено

🇵🇱 wstrząsnął

🇯🇵 揺れ動かした

🇫🇷 secoué

🇪🇸 sacudió

🇹🇷 sarsıldı

🇰🇷 흔들었다

🇸🇦 هزّ

🇨🇿 otřásl

🇸🇰 otrasený

🇨🇳 震动了

🇸🇮 zazibal

🇮🇸 skjálfa

🇰🇿 сілкінді

🇬🇪 ციმციმა

🇦🇿 sarsıldı

🇲🇽 sacudió

Word Frequency Rank

At position #14,387, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.