Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pendulous
adjective
/ˈpɛn.jə.ləs/
Definition
hanging down loosely; suspended.
Examples
- The pendulous branches of the willow tree swayed gently in the breeze.
- She wore a pair of pendulous earrings that almost reached her shoulders.
- The pendulous belly of the dog suggested it was well-fed.
Meaning
Pendulous refers to something that is hanging or drooping and often swaying back and forth.
Synonyms
- suspended
- dangle
- hanging
- drooping
- loose
