English Definition
v. to move slowly back and forth; n. influence or control
Significado en Español
balancear, influir
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
đung đưa, ảnh hưởng
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Which word is closest in meaning to “sway” as used in the sentence: His speech had the power to sway the audience?
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A
move
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B
influence
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C
ignore
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D
anger
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B — influence.
“sway” means v. to move slowly back and forth; n. influence or control
Common questions about “sway”
What does “sway” mean?
sway — v. to move slowly back and forth; n. influence or control. In Chinese: v. 摇摆，摇动；n. 影响，支配.
How do you pronounce “sway”?
sway is pronounced /sweɪ/. It breaks into 1 syllable: sway.
Is “sway” an ISEE Middle-level word?
Yes. sway appears on the iSEE Vocab Middle list, which covers 672 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “sway”?
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