walking

The word “walking” has 2 syllables: walk-ing.

It's pronounced as /ˈwɔːkɪŋ/.

What is synonym and antonym for walking?

In the thesaurus, “walking” has 9 synonyms and 4 antonyms.

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

Synonyms for walking

drifting
marching
sauntering
stepping
striking
strolling
traipsing
treading
wandering

Antonyms for walking

settled
standing
static
stationary

Meanings of walking

verb
1. To move on the feet by alternately setting each foot (or pair or group of feet, in the case of animals with four or more feet) forward, with at least one foot on the ground at all times. Compare run.
2. To "walk free", i.e. to win, or avoid, a criminal court case, particularly when actually guilty.
3. Of an object, to go missing or be stolen.
4. (of a batsman) To walk off the field, as if given out, after the fielding side appeals and before the umpire has ruled; done as a matter of sportsmanship when the batsman believes he is out.
5. To travel (a distance) by walking.
6. To take for a walk or accompany on a walk.
7. To allow a batter to reach base by pitching four balls.
8. To move something by shifting between two positions, as if it were walking.
9. To full; to beat cloth to give it the consistency of felt.
10. To traverse by walking (or analogous gradual movement).
11. To operate the left and right throttles of (an aircraft) in alternation.
12. To leave, resign.
13. To push (a vehicle) alongside oneself as one walks.
14. To behave; to pursue a course of life; to conduct oneself.
15. To be stirring; to be abroad; to go restlessly about; said of things or persons expected to remain quiet, such as a sleeping person, or the spirit of a dead person.
16. To be in motion; to act; to move.
17. To put, keep, or train (a puppy) in a walk, or training area for dogfighting.
18. (hotel) To move a guest to another hotel if their confirmed reservation is not available on day of check-in.
adjective
1. Incarnate as a human; living.
2. Able to walk in spite of injury or sickness.
3. Characterized by or suitable for walking.
noun
1. Present participle of walk.

Example Sentences

Walking is an excellent form of exercise that benefits both physical and mental health.
She spotted him from afar, his distinctive gait unmistakable as he approached, lost in thought while walking.
The hikers enjoyed the serenity of the forest, the only sound being the rustle of leaves underfoot as they ventured deeper into the woods walking.
Walking along the bustling city streets, she marveled at the diversity of people and cultures converging in one place.
The doctor recommended walking as part of his patient's daily routine to improve cardiovascular health and overall well-being.

On this page you'll find 13 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to walking, such as: drifting, marching, sauntering, settled, standing, static, stationary.

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