movements (A2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈmuːvmənts/

Definition

The act or process of changing position or place, or the way something moves.

Examples

• The stock market experienced significant movements today.

• She practiced the complex movements of the dance routine.

• The subtle movements of the predator were barely visible.

How to Use movements

movements of (prepositional phrase)

Indicating possession or relation to something specific. — "The movements of the planets are predictable."

movements in (prepositional phrase)

Indicating location or context. — "There were unusual movements in the stock market."

movements of the (prepositional phrase)

Specifying the subject of the movement. — "The movements of the dancers were fluid."

Synonyms of movements

Words with a similar meaning to movements:

• actions
• motions
• activity
• progress
• shifts

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