Synonyms for

Motions

Verb / ˈməʊʃʌnz / Another word for motions — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The act of moving or the way something moves.

Synonyms & similar words

movement motion move motionlessness motility apparentmotion gesticulate gesture apparentmovement question actions gestures movements signals signs waving nodding swaying shaking pointing beckoning winking blinking fluttering twitching jerking flinching quivering shivering trembling

Synonyms by register

Formal

movements progress advancement activity

Informal

goings-on happenings stir activity

Literary

stirrings commotion agitation

Antonyms

stillness rest inactivity idleness calmness stasis

Common collocations

  • motions of the body
  • motions of the mind
  • make a motion
  • second a motion
  • motions sickness
  • emotional motions
  • legal motions
  • political motions

Word family

noun motion
verb motion
adjective motional
adverb motionlessly

Usage note

As a noun, 'motions' often refers to physical movements or proposals in a formal setting. As a verb, it means to make a gesture or signal.

Example sentences

  1. The rollercoaster's motions made me feel sick.
  2. I love watching the motions of the waves at the beach.
  3. The robot's motions were programmed to be precise.
  4. My mom's motions when she cooks are so graceful.
  5. The doctor observed the patient's motions to check for any issues.

Quotes

  • 'Life is a dance. Mindfulness is witnessing that dance.' - Amit Ray
  • 'The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched - they must be felt with the heart.' - Helen Keller
  • 'In motion we find action, and in action we find life.' - Jane Roberts

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