swayed

American

[sweyd] / sweɪd /

adjective

Veterinary Pathology.

swaybacked.

Other Word Forms

unswayed adjective

Etymology

Origin of swayed

First recorded in 1570–80; sway + -ed ²

Example Sentences

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Before tech companies breathe a sigh of relief though, she hints she won't be swayed from her career-long mission of making the tech world safer.

From BBC • Feb. 7, 2026

Friendships are meant to challenge us and shouldn’t be easily swayed by political disagreement.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 27, 2026

It’s a big commitment and, honestly, I’m being swayed by my husband’s love for this home.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 21, 2026

Luxon said the election date, which lands a month after the All Blacks play at home against Australia, was swayed in part by the sports-mad country's fixtures.

From Barron's • Jan. 21, 2026

The excitement of the passengers grew greater; the crazy coach rocked on its great leather springs, and swayed like a boat tossed on a stormy sea.

From "Dracula" by Bram Stoker

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