gearing

The word “gearing” has 2 syllables: gear-ing

It's pronounced as /ˈɡɪərɪŋ/


What is synonym and antonym for gearing?

In the thesaurus, “gearing” has 19 synonyms and 1 antonym.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for gearing along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for gearing

Antonyms for gearing

  • misadjusting

Meanings of gearing

  • verb
    1. To provide with gearing; to fit with gears in order to achieve a desired gear ratio.
    2. To be in, or come into, gear.
    3. To dress; to put gear on; to harness.
    4. (usually with to or toward(s)) To design or devise (something) so as to be suitable (for a particular type of person or a particular purpose).
    5. To borrow money in order to invest it in assets.
  • noun
    1. The ratio of a system of gears.
    2. Harness; working implements.
    3. A train of toothed wheels and pinions.

Example Sentences

  • The company is gearing up for its biggest product launch yet.
  • He spent the afternoon gearing his bike for the mountain trail.
  • They are gearing their marketing strategy toward younger audiences.
  • The factory is gearing its production to meet holiday demand.
  • She is gearing herself mentally for the challenging race ahead.

On this page you'll find 20 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to gearing, such as: acclimating, accommodating, adapting, adjusting, conditioning, conforming, customizing.

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