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UK/["/ˈmuːvmənt/"]/US/["/ˈmuːvmənt/"]/

Meaning of Movement

In simple words: The act of moving or changing position.

Movement in a sentence

  • The movement of the train was smooth and fast.
  • She felt a sudden movement in the bushes nearby.
  • The environmental movement has gained a lot of support in recent years.
  • His movement towards the stage was filled with confidence.
  • Dance is a beautiful form of movement expressing emotions.
  • The swift movement of the athlete impressed the crowd.
  • He studied the movement of planets in his astronomy class.
  • The movement of tides is influenced by the moon.

How to use Movement

Used in both formal and informal contexts. Can refer to physical motion, changes in position, or metaphorical shifts (like social movements). Less appropriate in highly technical settings without context.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of a 'move' ment, like dancing or changing places.

Related words

Collocations with Movement

Synonyms for Movement

Opposites of Movement

  • stillness
  • immobility

Common mistakes with Movement

  • Misused as a verb; 'movement' is a noun.
  • Confused with 'mood' — they are different concepts.
  • Overused in contexts where 'action' or 'motion' would be clearer.

Movement appears in

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Frequently asked questions about Movement

What does Movement mean?

The act of moving or changing position.

What is the definition of Movement?

an act of moving the body or part of the body

How do you use Movement in a sentence?

The movement of the train was smooth and fast.

Can you give another example of Movement?

She felt a sudden movement in the bushes nearby.

What are synonyms for Movement?

Common alternatives include trend.

What is the opposite of Movement?

Opposite meanings include stillness, immobility.

What words go with Movement?

It commonly pairs with big, little, slight, execute, make, perform, occur, catch your eye, startle somebody, pattern, in a movement, movement away from, movement from, the direction of movement, the rate of movement, the speed of movement, big, little, slight, execute, make, perform, occur, catch your eye, startle somebody, pattern, in a movement, movement away from, movement from, the direction of movement, the rate of movement, the speed of movement, radical, mass, popular, create, establish, found, arise, begin, emerge (out of something), movement against, movement for, the leader of a movement, a member of a movement, the rise of a movement, troop, follow, observe, study, big, little, slight, execute, make, perform, occur, catch your eye, startle somebody, pattern, in a movement, movement away from, movement from, the direction of movement, the rate of movement, the speed of movement, first, opening, second, perform, play, in a movement, in… movements.

What are common mistakes when using Movement?

Misused as a verb; 'movement' is a noun. Confused with 'mood' — they are different concepts. Overused in contexts where 'action' or 'motion' would be clearer.

How do you pronounce Movement?

US: /["/ˈmuːvmənt/"]/, UK: /["/ˈmuːvmənt/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Movement?

Used in both formal and informal contexts. Can refer to physical motion, changes in position, or metaphorical shifts (like social movements). Less appropriate in highly technical settings without context.

What CEFR level is Movement?

"Movement" is at A2 level on the CEFR scale.