rock

/rɑk/
verb
  1. To move gently back and forth or from side to side.
    • The mother rocked her baby to sleep in her arms.
    • The boat rocked gently on the calm lake.
    • He sat in the chair and rocked slowly while reading.
  2. To cause something to shake or move violently.
    • The earthquake rocked the entire city.
    • The explosion rocked the building and shattered windows.
    • Strong winds rocked the tree, nearly uprooting it.
  3. To be very good, exciting, or impressive (informal).
    • Your presentation rocked; everyone loved it.
    • The party last night rocked — we danced until dawn.
    • That new song really rocks!
  4. To wear or perform with great style or confidence (informal).
    • You can rock any outfit with that attitude.
    • He rocks the guitar solo every time the band plays.
    • She rocks that leather jacket like a fashion model.
Synonyms
adjective
  1. Relating to or characteristic of rock music.
    • Her rock style includes leather boots and band t-shirts.
    • The radio station plays mostly rock songs.
    • They went to a rock festival last weekend.
noun
  1. A hard, naturally occurring solid material made of minerals, found in the earth's crust.
    • The climber held onto a large rock to steady herself.
    • Geologists study different types of rock to learn about Earth's history.
    • We sat on a flat rock by the river and ate our lunch.
  2. A small piece of rock; a stone.
    • She threw a rock into the water and watched the ripples spread.
    • The path was covered with loose rocks that made walking difficult.
    • He picked up a rock and skipped it across the pond.
  3. A style of popular music with a strong beat, usually played on electric guitars and drums.
    • Rock concerts are known for their loud sound and energetic crowds.
    • She loves listening to rock while she exercises.
    • The band played classic rock from the 1970s.
  4. A person who is very strong, reliable, or supportive.
    • You can count on her; she's a rock in any crisis.
    • He is the rock of the team, always calm under pressure.
    • My grandmother has been a rock for our family through difficult times.
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