I. noun
1.
the act or an instance of moving
the motion of the planets
Synonyms: move, movement, stir, stirring
Related Word: agitation, fluctuation, oscillation, sway, swing, wavering; locomotion
Contrasted words: inertia, inertness, passivity
2.
an impulse or inclination of the mind or will
a motion of the will toward what appears good
Synonyms: movement
Related Word: goad, impulse, incentive, inducement, motive, spring, spur
Contrasted words: inertia, stagnation, vegetation
II. verb
Synonyms: signal , flag, gesture, sign, signalize