verb
- to move slowly back and forth
- to influence or persuade someone
noun
- influence or control over someone or something
- a swaying movement
Examples
- The tall grass swayed in the wind.
- She swayed to the rhythm of the music.
- His speech swayed many voters to support the candidate.
- The teacher’s opinion holds great sway with her students.
- The gentle sway of the boat made him sleepy.
- Nothing could sway her from her decision.
- The dictator ruled under the sway of fear.