movement (A2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈmuːv.mənt/

Definition

The act of changing position or place.

Examples

• The slow movement of the tectonic plates causes earthquakes.

• Her arm movement was stiff after the injury.

• We observed the movement of the stars across the night sky.

How to Use movement

movement of (prepositional phrase)

Indicating what is changing position or place. — "We studied the movement of the tides."

movement towards (prepositional phrase)

Indicating the direction or goal of the change in position. — "The team made a movement towards the opponent's goal."

Synonyms of movement

Words with a similar meaning to movement:

• motion
• progress
• shift
• transition

Antonyms of movement

Words with the opposite meaning to movement:

• stillness
• immobility

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