zigzag(noun, adjective, verb, adverb) adjective1. having short sharp turns or anglesSimilar word(s): crooked adverb1. in a zigzag course or on a zigzag path- birds flew zigzag across the blue sky noun1. an angular shape characterized by sharp turns in alternating directionsSimilar word(s): zag, zigDefinition categories: shape, angularity verb1. travel along a zigzag path- The river zigzags through the countrysideSimilar word(s): crankDefinition categories: motion, go, locomote, move, travel