nodded
The word “nodded” has 2 syllables: nod-ded
It's pronounced as /ˈnɑdɪd/
What is synonym and antonym for nodded?
In the thesaurus, “nodded” has 20 synonyms.
Here are synonyms for nodded along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for nodded
- bobbed
- bobbled
- dropped
- ducked
- jerked
- jiggled
- jogged
- jounced
- oscillated
- pumped
- rocked
- seesawed
- shook
- swayed
- swung
- undulated
- wabbled
- wagged
- wiggled
- wobbled
Meanings of nodded
- verb
- To incline the head up and down, as to indicate agreement.
- To briefly incline the head downwards as a cursory greeting.
- To sway, move up and down.
- To gradually fall asleep.
- To signify by a nod.
- To make a mistake by being temporarily inattentive or tired.
- To head; to strike the ball with one's head.
- To allude to something.
- To fall asleep while under the influence of opiates.
Example Sentences
- She nodded politely at everyone she passed.
- He nodded in agreement without saying a word.
- The old man nodded off while sitting by the fire.
- After hearing the plan, they all nodded their approval.
- She nodded toward the door to signal it was time to leave.
On this page you'll find 20 synonyms or another words to nodded, such as: bobbed, bobbled, dropped, ducked, jerked, jiggled, jogged.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.
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sacked out
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wagged
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- jerked
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- jogged
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- nod
- nodded
- oscillate
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- pumped
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waggled
laid an egg
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