nearing
The word “nearing” has 2 syllables: near-ing.
It's pronounced as /ˈnɪərɪŋ/.
What is synonym and antonym for nearing?
In the thesaurus, “nearing” has 7 synonyms and 17 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for nearing along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for nearing
- advent
- approach
- approaching
- arrival
- closing
- coming
- upcoming
Antonyms for nearing
- ebb
- going
- late
- leaving
- past
- receding
- recent
- recess
- recession
- regress
- regression
- retiring
- retreat
- retreating
- retrogression
- return
- withdrawing
Meanings of nearing
- verb
- To come closer to; to approach.
Example Sentences
- Nearing the end of the race, the marathon runner found a surge of energy.
- With each passing day, we could feel winter nearing its arrival.
- The project is nearing completion, we just need to finalize a few details.
- As the train was nearing the station, passengers prepared to disembark.
- The old oak tree, nearing its centennial mark, stood as a testament to time and endurance.
On this page you'll find 24 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to nearing, such as: advent, approach, approaching, arrival, closing, coming, ebb.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.
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