breaking
0 antonyms and opposites of breaking, grouped by meaning.
Noun — The act of something being broken.
How to use breaking
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Frequently asked questions
What does “breaking” mean?
The word “breaking” means the act of something being broken. In plain terms, the act of shattering something — or, informally, breakdancing — or an adjective for very recent news.
How do you pronounce “breaking”?
“Breaking” is pronounced BRAY-kihng (/ˈbɹeɪkɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “breaking” in a sentence?
Here is “breaking” used in a sentence: “The breaking of the vase was purely an accident.”
What part of speech is “breaking”?
Depending on how it is used, “breaking” can be a noun and an adjective.
Is “breaking” a common word?
“Breaking” is a very common word in modern English.
How many meanings does “breaking” have?
“Breaking” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the act of something being broken.
What is the difference between 'breaking' and 'broken'?
Breaking is the noun for the act or process of something coming apart — the moment or event of it happening. Broken is the adjective describing the finished result, the state left behind once the breaking is over. In short, breaking is the action, while broken is the outcome of that action.
What is an example of breaking?
The breaking of a wave against the rocks, the breaking of a dish that slips from your hands, or the breaking of a rope under strain all describe the act itself. In each case, 'breaking' names the event of the object splitting, cracking, or coming apart, rather than its condition afterward.
Is 'breaking' always a physical action?
In this sense, yes — it refers to a physical object coming apart. But the same form appears in figurative uses, such as breaking a habit, breaking a record, or breaking the news. Those extend the core idea of interrupting or ending something intact, even when nothing physical actually shatters.