wafting

The word “wafting” has 2 syllables: waft-ing

It's pronounced as /ˈwɑːftɪŋ/


What is synonym and antonym for wafting?

In the thesaurus, “wafting” has 12 synonyms and 4 antonyms.

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


Synonyms for wafting

Antonyms for wafting

  • plunging
  • settling
  • sinking
  • sunk

Meanings of wafting

  • verb
    1. To (cause to) float easily or gently through the air.
    2. To be moved, or to pass, on a buoyant medium; to float.
    3. To give notice to by waving something; to wave the hand to; to beckon.
  • noun
    1. An instance of wafting; the action of something that wafts.

Example Sentences

  • In the tranquil garden, the scent of blooming flowers was gently wafting through the air.
  • As the chef prepared the aromatic dish, the enticing smell of spices started wafting from the kitchen.
  • The ocean breeze carried the invigorating scent of saltwater, wafting along the coastal boardwalk.
  • The hiker paused to appreciate the fresh pine scent wafting from the surrounding evergreen trees.
  • From the bakery, the delicious aroma of freshly baked bread was unmistakably wafting down the street.

On this page you'll find 16 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to wafting, such as: air, blast, breeze, cyclone, drifting, floating, gale.

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