scrolling Synonyms
Another word for scrolling
• noun (Context 1)
The action of moving displayed text or graphics up, down, or across a digital screen in order to view different parts of a document or feed.
"Endless swiping on social media late at night can easily disrupt your sleep schedule."
• verb (Context 2)
To move displayed text or images up, down, or across a computer or mobile screen to view different parts of them (present participle of scroll).
"She was swiping through old family photographs on her tablet when she found the picture."
• adjective (Context 3)
Moving continuously across a screen or display.
"A rolling banner at the bottom of the television screen displayed the latest election results."
• adjective (Context 4)
Curving or coiling like a scroll in decorative design.
"The antique iron gate featured intricate spiraling foliage along its top border."
• noun (Context 5)
Ornamental work or decoration consisting of spiral or convoluted lines resembling a partially unrolled scroll.
"The stone columns were adorned with delicate scrollwork carved by medieval masons."
Opposites of scrolling
The opposite of scrolling shifts depending on context. Common opposites include: