oscillate
含义: To swing or fluctuate regularly between two states, positions, or extremes, whether physically or figuratively.
Oscillate has a dual register: in scientific and technical contexts it describes regular, measurable back-and-forth movement (as of a pendulum or electrical current), while in general usage it denotes fluctuation between moods, opinions, or conditions. Unlike 'vacillate,' which implies weakness, oscillate is more neutral and can suggest a natural or systematic pattern.
例句
- Public opinion has oscillated between support for and opposition to further integration with Europe. 公众舆论在支持和反对进一步融入欧洲之间摇摆不定。La opinión pública ha oscilado entre el apoyo y la oposición a una mayor integración con Europa.世論は欧州とのさらなる統合への支持と反対の間で揺れ動いてきた。여론은 유럽과의 추가 통합에 대한 지지와 반대 사이를 오가며 요동쳐 왔다.
- The temperature oscillated sharply throughout the week, confounding the Met Office's forecasts. 那一周气温剧烈波动,令英国气象局的预报失准。La temperatura osciló bruscamente a lo largo de la semana, desconcertando las previsiones de la Oficina Meteorológica.その週は気温が激しく上下し、気象庁の予報を混乱させた。그 주 내내 기온이 급격히 오르내리며 기상청의 예보를 무색하게 만들었다.
- Her writing oscillates between lyrical introspection and biting social commentary. 她的写作在抒情的内省与尖锐的社会评论之间交替变换。Su escritura oscila entre la introspección lírica y el mordaz comentario social.彼女の文章は叙情的な内省と鋭い社会批評の間を行き来している。그녀의 글은 서정적인 내면 성찰과 날카로운 사회 비평 사이를 오간다.
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语境: academic, scientific, journalism
语气: neutral
起源与历史
From Latin oscillare (to swing), derived from oscillum (a small face or mask hung as a charm). Adopted into English in the early 18th century, initially in scientific usage.
文化背景
Era: Modern
Generation: All ages
Social background: Universal
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