Words To Describe Motion

verb to make a sudden, unsteady movement forward or sideways

adjective moving with abrupt, unsteady motions

• The ship was lurching in the rough seas, making it difficult for passengers to walk.
• I felt like I was lurching around after getting off the roller coaster.
• He was lurching all over the dance floor after too many drinks.
• Her emotions were lurching from one extreme to the other during the stressful situation.

verb to move in a smooth, wavelike motion

adjective having a wavelike form or motion

• The flag undulates gracefully in the wind.
• The long grass undulates in the breeze.
• Her hair undulates like a wave.
• The emotions undulated within her, causing inner turmoil.

adjective not securely fixed; liable to give way or fall

adverb in an unsteady manner

• The patient's unsteady gait indicated a possible neurological issue.
• She felt unsteady on her feet after spinning around in circles.
• I can't believe how unsteady he was after only one drink.
• The company's future seems unsteady with all the recent layoffs.