Synonyms of dance

Noun


1. dance, art, fine art

usage: an artistic form of nonverbal communication

2. dance, party

usage: a party of people assembled for dancing

3. dancing, dance, terpsichore, saltation, diversion, recreation, performing arts

usage: taking a series of rhythmical steps (and movements) in time to music

4. dance, party

usage: a party for social dancing

Verb


1. dance, move

usage: move in a graceful and rhythmical way; "The young girl danced into the room"

2. dance, trip the light fantastic, trip the light fantastic toe, move

usage: move in a pattern; usually to musical accompaniment; do or perform a dance; "My husband and I like to dance at home to the radio"

3. dance, move

usage: skip, leap, or move up and down or sideways; "Dancing flames"; "The children danced with joy"

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Definition and meaning of dance (Dictionary)