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swayed

swayd

Swayed (verb) means past tense of "sway" — moved from side to side, or was persuaded/influenced. Example: “The crowd swayed together as the band played the final song.”

verb

Past tense of "sway" — moved from side to side, or was persuaded/influenced.

"The crowd swayed together as the band played the final song."

"He was swayed by her argument and changed his vote."

How to use swayed

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe past-tense form of sway: rocked, or was convinced/influenced.

Word forms

more swayed comparative, most swayed superlative

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Rhymes for swayed

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Frequently asked questions

What does “swayed” mean?

The word “swayed” means past tense of "sway" — moved from side to side, or was persuaded/influenced. In plain terms, the past-tense form of sway: rocked, or was convinced/influenced.

How do you pronounce “swayed”?

“Swayed” is pronounced swayd (/sweɪd/ in IPA).

How do you use “swayed” in a sentence?

Here is “swayed” used in a sentence: “The crowd swayed together as the band played the final song.”

What part of speech is “swayed”?

“Swayed” is a verb.

Is “swayed” a common word?

“Swayed” is an uncommon word in modern English.