oscillation

//ˌɒsɪˈleɪʃən//
C1Frequency Level 12Technical
Visual representation of oscillation

Noun

oscillationSingular
oscillationsPlural
1

A regular back-and-forth movement or variation between two positions, states, or values.

The oscillation of the pendulum gradually slowed down.

2

A single complete cycle of such movement.

The pendulum completes one oscillation every two seconds.

3

Fluctuation or wavering between opinions, purposes, or courses of action.

His oscillation between accepting and rejecting the job offer frustrated his family.