How many syllables in oscillate?

There are 3 syllables in the word oscillate.

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Divide oscillate into syllables:

os · cil · late

How to pronounce oscillate:

Definition of oscillate:

oscillate (verb):: to swing backward and forward like a pendulum

Synonyms for oscillate:

hunt

librate

sway

vibrate

Antonyms for oscillate:

appease

balance

be calm

be static

be steady

be still

become constant

calm

commit oneself

composure

continue

decide

determine

fix

hold

keep

laze

leave alone

let go

lie still

maintain

make well

order

persist

placate

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