Definition of Oscillate
Oscillate
os·cil·late


Definition/Meaning
(verb)
To move back and forth regularly between two points or states.

e.g. The pendulum will oscillate slowly if you push it gently.

(verb)
to vary between opposing or contrasting beliefs, feelings, etc.;

e.g. Harvey's mood oscillated between hope optimism and hopelessness as the day of the trial approached.



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