Rotated: meaning, definitions and examples

movement action

The term 'rotated' refers to the action of turning or spinning something around a central point. In various contexts, it can describe different kinds of rotation, such as physical objects being turned on an axis or the change of position or order of items. This term is often used in geometry, mechanics, and everyday language when discussing the movement of objects. The action can range from a simple rotation of an object to more complex movements in various fields.

pivoted, spun, swiveled, turned, twisted

Examples of usage

• The wheel rotated smoothly on its axle.

• He rotated the picture to fit the frame.

• The earth rotated around the sun.

• She rotated her shoulders to ease the tension.

• The dancer rotated gracefully during the performance.