Undulate

Origin

From Late Latin undulātus ("undulated"), from *undula ("small wave"), diminutive of Latin unda ("wave").

Full definition of undulate

Verb

1. (transitive) To cause to move in a wavelike motion.
• HolderBreath vocalized, that is, vibrated and undulated.
2. (transitive) To cause to resemble a wave
3. (intransitive) To move in wavelike motions.
4. (intransitive) To appear wavelike.

Similar terms

• oscillate

Adjective

1. Wavy in appearance or form.
2. Changing the pitch and volume of one's voice.
3. (botany, of a margin) Winding up and down gradually relative to the blade.