Synonyms for
Swings
Definition
A swing is a seat hanging from ropes or chains, on which someone can sit and move backwards and forwards for amusement.
Synonyms & similar words
Synonyms by register
Informal
Literary
Antonyms
Common collocations
- high swings
- low swings
- back and forth
- swing set
- swing music
- swing vote
- swing door
- swing arm
Word family
Usage note
As a noun, 'swings' often refers to the back-and-forth motion or a playground apparatus. As a verb, it describes the act of moving back and forth or influencing an outcome.
Example sentences
- The swings at the park are always crowded on weekends.
- I love the feeling of the wind in my hair when I'm on the swings.
- My little sister likes to be pushed on the swings.
- I hurt my leg when I fell off the swings.
- The swings go higher than the other playground equipment.
Quotes
I want to swing as high as I can, so I can touch the sky. - Unknown
Life is like a swing, sometimes you go up and sometimes you go down, but it's always fun. - Unknown
Good friends are like swings, they are always there for you when you need them. - Unknown