revolve (Meaning)

Wordnet

revolve (v)

turn on or around an axis or a center

move in an orbit

cause to move by turning over or in a circular manner of as if on an axis

Webster

revolve (v. i.)

To turn or roll round on, or as on, an axis, like a wheel; to rotate, -- which is the more specific word in this sense.

To move in a curved path round a center; as, the planets revolve round the sun.

To pass in cycles; as, the centuries revolve.

To return; to pass.

Webster

revolve (v. t.)

To cause to turn, as on an axis.

Hence, to turn over and over in the mind; to reflect repeatedly upon; to consider all aspects of.

revolve Sentence Examples

  1. The planets revolve around the Sun in their designated orbits.
  2. The Ferris wheel revolves slowly, offering a panoramic view.
  3. My thoughts revolved around the impending job interview.
  4. The celestial bodies revolve in an intricate dance across the night sky.
  5. The plot revolves around a murder mystery that keeps readers on the edge of their seats.
  6. The revolving door allowed people to enter and exit the building seamlessly.
  7. The argument revolved around the ethical implications of cloning.
  8. The carousel's horses revolved gracefully, providing entertainment for children.
  9. The revolving sushi bar offered a delightful array of freshly prepared dishes.
  10. The conversation revolved around the latest political developments, igniting lively debates.

FAQs About the word revolve

turn on or around an axis or a center, move in an orbit, cause to move by turning over or in a circular manner of as if on an axisTo turn or roll round on, or a

swirl, twist, spin,rotate, twirl, turn, swing, roll,swivel, whirl

disregard, overlook, overlook, slight, ignore, disregard,ignore, slight, reject,dismiss

The planets revolve around the Sun in their designated orbits.

The Ferris wheel revolves slowly, offering a panoramic view.

My thoughts revolved around the impending job interview.

The celestial bodies revolve in an intricate dance across the night sky.