Definition

Having a wavy shape or form, often seen in outlines or surfaces.

Example

The undulate pattern of the waves made the beach look beautiful.

Conversation

I love how the waves undulate at the beach during sunset.

Yeah, it’s so calming to watch them move like that.

And the colors reflect beautifully on the undulate surface of the water.

Absolutely! It makes for such a picturesque scene.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To move or appear in a wavy or smooth manner, like waves in the ocean.

Example

The flag began to undulate in the gentle breeze.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Have you ever watched the waves undulate at the beach?

Yeah, it's so calming to see them move like that.

I love how they seem to have a rhythm when they undulate.

Definition

To make something move in a smooth, wave-like way or to give it a wave-like shape.

Example

The artist undulated the fabric to create a beautiful wave effect in her design.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Have you seen that artist who can undulate the colors in their paintings?

Yeah, it's amazing how they create that flowing effect!

I wish I could undulate my brush strokes like that.

Root Explanation

Undulate → It is formed from "undula" (from Latin, meaning wave) and the suffix "-ate" (indicating to make or to become). The word "undulate" means to move in a wave-like motion or to have a wavy form.

Memory Tip

Picture waves moving gently up and down — that's what undulate means, as it relates to the Latin word for wave.

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