pendulum Meaning & Definition
/ˈpɛnd͡ʒʊləm/
What Does Pendulum Mean?
Pendulum is a noun that means A body suspended from a fixed support so that it swings freely back and forth under the influence of gravity, commonly used to regulate various devices such as clocks. The tendency of a situation to oscillate (between two extremes). It can also mean The tendency of a situation to oscillate (between two extremes).
Pendulum at a Glance
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //ˈpɛnd͡ʒʊləm// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Plural | pendulums |
Pendulum Definition (Noun)
- A body suspended from a fixed support so that it swings freely back and forth under the influence of gravity, commonly used to regulate various devices such as clocks. The tendency of a situation to oscillate (between two extremes).
- The tendency of a situation to oscillate (between two extremes).
- A lamp, etc. suspended from a ceiling.
- A watch's guard-ring by which it is attached to a chain.
Noun
- A body suspended from a fixed support so that it swings freely back and forth under the influence of gravity, commonly used to regulate various devices such as clocks.
Synonyms of Pendulum
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Pendulum synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Pendulum
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Pendulum in a Sentence
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Word Forms & Grammar
pendulum (plural pendulums or pendula)
Origin of Pendulum
Borrowed from the neuter of Latin pendulus (“hanging”).
How Do You Say Pendulum?
You say pendulum as //ˈpɛnd͡ʒʊləm//. It has 1 syllable.