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leaving

The word “leaving” has 2 syllables: leav-ing

It's pronounced as /ˈlivɪŋ/

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In the thesaurus, “leaving” has 131 synonyms and 41 antonyms.

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

Synonyms for leaving

Antonyms for leaving

Meanings of leaving

  • verb
    1. To have a consequence or remnant.
    2. To depart; to separate from.
    3. To transfer something.
    4. To remain (behind); to stay.
    5. To stop, desist from; to "leave off" ( noun / gerund).
    6. To give leave to; allow; permit; let; grant.
    7. To produce leaves or foliage.
    8. To raise; to levy.

Example Sentences

  • He hurried through the door without leaving a note.
  • They are leaving for vacation early tomorrow morning.
  • She felt sad about leaving her childhood home behind.
  • Leaving the lights on overnight wastes a lot of energy.
  • He considered leaving the job but decided to stay a bit longer.

On this page you'll find 172 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to leaving, such as: abandoning, abdication, abjuring, acceptance, accepting, adoption, advancing.

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Related Words

abandoning

abdication

backing away

tag end

vacating

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