rocked

VERB

move back and forth

Synonyms

STRONGEST

convulse jolt shake shock sway swing

STRONG

agitate billow careen concuss falter heave jiggle jog jounce lurch move oscillate pitch quake quaver quiver reel roll stagger toss totter tremble undulate vibrate wobble

WEAK

push and pull roll about

Antonyms

STRONG

be still calm remain stay steady

WEAK

hold stabilize

Example Sentences

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rocked

Ukraine has been rocked with many corruption scandals, the latest of which saw a presidential aide fired on Wednesday.

From Barron's ● Aug. 19, 2026

The 29-year-old, fighting under new trainer Rob McCracken, rocked Williamson with a big right hand in the third round.

From BBC ● Aug. 8, 2026

Maritime security firm Vanguard Tech told AFP three explosions rocked the ship on June 6, flooding several areas including the steering gear compartment and pump room.

From Barron's ● Aug. 6, 2026

This federal suspension and resulting lawsuit has rocked his confidence.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 28, 2026

To minimize the president's pain as the train rocked and bumped along the tracks, this box was raised off the floor by boards supported by more cushions.

From "Ambushed!" by Gail Jarrow