dabbing
The word “dabbing” has 2 syllables: dab-bing
It's pronounced as /ˈdæbɪŋ/
What is synonym and antonym for dabbing?
In the thesaurus, “dabbing” has 62 synonyms and 5 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for dabbing along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for dabbing
- anointing
- applying
- bedaub
- bedaubing
- besmear
- besmearing
- blanketing
- brushing
- carpeting
- chucking
- clapping
- clasping
- clenching
- clutching
- coating
- covering
- daub
- daubing
- feeling
- flicking
- grasping
- grazing
- gripping
- handling
- hitting
- holding
- knocking
- layering
- laying
- laying on
- mantling
- overlaying
- overlying
- overspreading
- palming
- palpating
- palping
- pat
- patting
- peck
- plaster
- plastering
- pounding
- rapping
- shaving
- sheeting
- skimming
- slathering
- smear
- smearing
- smudge
- spreading
- stipple
- surfacing
- swab
- tagging
- tap
- tapping
- tipping
- touching
- whacking
- wipe
Antonyms for dabbing
- baring
- exposing
- peeling
- stripping
- uncovering
Meanings of dabbing
- verb
- To press lightly in a repetitive motion with a soft object without rubbing.
- To apply a substance in this way.
- To strike by a thrust; to hit with a sudden blow or thrust.
- To apply hash oil to a heated surface for the purpose of efficient combustion.
- To perform the dab dance move, by moving both arms to one side of the body parallel with your head.
- noun
- The act by which something is dabbed.
Example Sentences
- The artist demonstrated a unique technique, dabbing paint onto the canvas with precision.
- In the dance competition, participants showcased their skills, with one standout move being the energetic dabbing.
- Gardeners were careful when dabbing insecticide on the plants to protect them from pests.
- The makeup artist perfected the look by skillfully dabbing a hint of shimmer on the model's cheeks.
- As the rain subsided, hikers were seen dabbing their clothes dry with towels at the trailhead.
On this page you'll find 67 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to dabbing, such as: anointing, applying, baring, bedaub, bedaubing, besmear, besmearing.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.