wading
/ˈweɪdɪŋ/
NOUN
1. Walking through water or an obstacle
The act of walking through water or another substance that makes movement difficult.
1.1. Walking through water
The act of moving on foot through shallow water, such as a river, pond, or stream.
Synonyms
- paddling
- walking through water
- fording
- splashing
Examples
- The children enjoyed wading along the riverbank.
- The birdwatcher observed the heron wading in the pond.
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NOUN
2. Progressing with difficulty
The act of making progress through something difficult or demanding, often requiring considerable effort.
2.1. Struggling through demanding work
Making slow or strenuous progress while handling difficult tasks, problems, or complicated material.
Synonyms
- laboring
- toiling
- struggling
- slogging
- plodding
- drudging
- exerting
- striving
Antonyms
Examples
- She spent the afternoon wading through a mountain of paperwork.
- The researchers are wading through complicated data to find a solution.
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NOUN
3. Entering or engaging in something
The act of entering a situation or becoming involved in an activity, sometimes abruptly or forcefully.
3.1. Getting involved in an activity
Beginning or entering an activity with determination, often without hesitation.
Synonyms
- jumping in
- pitching in
- getting stuck in
- tackling
- setting about
Antonyms
- avoiding
- dodging
- ignoring
- holding back
Examples
- He is wading into the discussion despite knowing little about the subject.
- The team is wading into the project with renewed enthusiasm.
Related Words
- initiative
- involvement
- participation
- engagement
- action
3.2. Entering a situation aggressively
Getting involved in a confrontation or difficult situation abruptly, forcefully, or recklessly.
Synonyms
- attacking
- charging
- tearing into
- launching into
- lighting into
Antonyms
- avoiding
- withdrawing
- holding back
- refraining
Examples
- The manager was wading into the dispute before hearing both sides.
- The politician kept wading into controversial arguments.
Related Words
- confrontation
- conflict
- aggression
- recklessness
- intervention
ADJECTIVE
4. Appropriate for wading
Suitable or intended for use while walking through shallow water.
4.1. Suitable for walking in water
Describing clothing, footwear, or equipment designed or appropriate for use while wading.
Synonyms
- suitable for wading
- waterproof
- water-resistant
Examples
- The shop sells wading boots designed for walking through streams.
Related Words
- waders
- boots
- waterproof clothing
- fishing gear
ADJECTIVE
5. Birds that wade
Describing birds that walk through shallow water while searching for food.
5.1. Describing water-walking birds
Used to describe birds that move through shallow water, typically while feeding.
Synonyms
- wading
- water-walking
Examples
- Herons are wading birds commonly found near wetlands.
Related Words
- heron
- flamingo
- egret
- stork
- shorebird