pivot - Similar and Opposite Words

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Noun

the act of turning on (or as if on) a pivot

Synonyms

• pivot

More generic

• rotary motion
• rotation

Noun

axis consisting of a short shaft that supports something that turns

Synonyms

• pin
• pivot

More generic

• axis
• axis of rotation

More specific

• fulcrum
• pintle

Noun

the person in a rank around whom the others wheel and maneuver

Synonyms

• pivot
• pivot man

More generic

• marcher
• parader

Verb

turn on a pivot

Synonyms

• pivot
• swivel

More generic

• turn

More specific

• pirouette

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