Seesawed: meaning, definitions and examples
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seesawed
[ ˈsiːsɔːd ]
movement back-and-forth
'Seesawed' is the past tense of the verb 'seesaw,' which means to move up and down or back and forth alternately. It often describes the action of two sides or objects shifting positions in a rhythmic manner, resembling a seesawing motion. This term can also be used metaphorically to describe fluctuating conditions, such as changing opinions or market prices. It conveys both physical movement and abstract shifts in balance or power.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The children seesawed at the park.
- Prices seesawed throughout the day.
- Their emotions seesawed between joy and sadness.
Translations
Translations of the word "seesawed" in other languages:
🇵🇹 balançou
🇮🇳 झूलता हुआ
🇩🇪 wippte
🇮🇩 bergoyang
🇺🇦 гойднувся
🇵🇱 huśtał się
🇯🇵 揺れた
🇫🇷 oscillait
🇪🇸 osciló
🇹🇷 salınmak
🇰🇷 흔들렸다
🇸🇦 تأرجح
🇨🇿 houpačka
🇸🇰 hojdala
🇨🇳 摇摆了
🇸🇮 gibala
🇮🇸 vaggast
🇰🇿 тербелді
🇬🇪 მოძრავდა
🇦🇿 sallandı
🇲🇽 se balanceó
Etymology
The term 'seesaw' originated in the late 16th century and is believed to be derived from a children's game involving a board balanced on a pivot, where two players would alternately rise and fall. The name is thought to echo the rhythmic nature of the game, with the sounds 'see' and 'saw' possibly imitating the action of the game itself. Over time, 'seesaw' evolved into both a noun, referring to the apparatus itself, and a verb describing the action performed. The word reflects the playful and dynamic interaction between participants, emphasizing balance and movement. In the early 20th century, the term began to extend beyond physical movement to describe fluctuations in various contexts, such as emotions, opinions, and financial markets, illustrating its versatility in the English language.
Word Frequency Rank
At position #40,907, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.
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- 40904 parochially
- 40905 sanctimoniously
- 40906 placation
- 40907 seesawed
- 40908 jibing
- 40909 fogginess
- 40910 dictatorially
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