Zigzagged: meaning, definitions and examples
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zigzagged
[ ˈzɪɡzæɡd ]
path shape
Zigzagged describes a pattern that moves in sharp turns or angles. This shape is often seen in various contexts, such as design, movement, or other representations. The term evokes a series of alternating and sharp changes in direction, creating a distinctive and recognizable line or pattern. It can be used to characterize objects, paths, or behaviors that do not follow a straight line.
Synonyms
curved, jagged, meandering, serpentine, winding.
Examples of usage
- The zigzagged path through the mountains was difficult to navigate.
- She wore a skirt with a zigzagged pattern.
- The road zigzagged down the hill, making the drive challenging.
- His zigzagged style of speaking made it hard to follow.
- The artist painted a zigzagged line across the canvas.
Translations
Translations of the word "zigzagged" in other languages:
🇵🇹 ziguezagueado
🇮🇳 ज़िगज़ैग
🇩🇪 zickzackförmig
🇮🇩 zigzag
🇺🇦 зигзагоподібний
🇵🇱 ząbkowany
🇯🇵 ジグザグにした
🇫🇷 en zigzag
🇪🇸 zigzagueado
🇹🇷 zigzaglı
🇰🇷 지그재그로
🇸🇦 متعرج
🇨🇿 zikzakový
🇸🇰 zígzagový
🇨🇳 锯齿状的
🇸🇮 zigzagast
🇮🇸 zígzag
🇰🇿 зигзагты
🇬🇪 ზიგზაგური
🇦🇿 zigzaglı
🇲🇽 zigzagueado
Etymology
The word 'zigzagged' originated from the late 17th century. It is a combination of the repetition of the 'zig' and 'zag' sounds, which mimic the sharp turns and angles characteristic of this pattern. The term itself is an onomatopoeic creation that conveys the essence of sharp, angular movements. It was initially used to describe a back-and-forth motion or movement along a serpentine path. Over time, 'zigzagged' has evolved to describe various contexts, including visual patterns in art and design, as well as behavioral patterns in movement and speech. The duality of its construction—both 'zig' and 'zag' invoke a sense of contrast and change—makes it a versatile term in the English language.