zigzagged
/ˈzɪɡˌzæɡd/
VERB
1. Moved or traveled along a zigzag path
Moved or proceeded by repeatedly changing direction through a series of sharp alternating turns rather than following a straight path.
1.1. Moving through repeated sharp turns
Describes a person, animal, or vehicle that moved by making successive turns from side to side, often to navigate obstacles or follow an irregular route.
Synonyms
Antonyms
- proceeded straight
- traveled directly
- went straight
Examples
- The skier skillfully zigzagged down the challenging slope, navigating through the obstacles.
- The dragonfly gracefully zigzagged through the air, capturing the attention of onlookers.
- The hare cleverly zigzagged through the meadow, evading its pursuers.
Related Words
- swerved
- veered
- turned
- dodged
- maneuvered
- wove
1.2. Following a winding or irregular route
Describes a road, trail, river, or other route that extended through successive bends and alternating directional changes to accommodate the surrounding terrain.
Synonyms
- meandered
- wound
- curved
- snaked
Antonyms
- ran straight
- proceeded directly
Examples
- The trail through the dense forest zigzagged to accommodate the uneven terrain, creating an adventurous hike.
Related Words
- winding
- serpentine
- circuitous
- switchback
- twisting
1.3. Forming a zigzag pattern
Describes something that extended or moved in a series of sharp alternating angles, bends, or turns, such as a lightning bolt crossing the sky.
Synonyms
- snaked
- wound
- weaved
Antonyms
- extended straight
- ran linearly
Examples
- The lightning bolt zigzagged across the night sky, illuminating the clouds.