booming
9 synonyms and 1 antonym for booming, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adjective — Growing rapidly or thriving, especially economically.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Synonyms by Meaning
1. adjective
Growing rapidly or thriving, especially economically.
“Tourism has been a booming industry on the island.”
How to use booming
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
booming voice
booming economy
booming business
Frequently asked questions
What does “booming” mean?
The word “booming” means growing rapidly or thriving, especially economically. In plain terms, either thriving and growing fast, or loud and deep-sounding.
How do you pronounce “booming”?
“Booming” is pronounced BOO-mihng (/ˈbuːmɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “booming” in a sentence?
Here is “booming” used in a sentence: “Tourism has been a booming industry on the island.”
What is another word for “booming”?
Words with a similar meaning to “booming” include resounding.
What part of speech is “booming”?
“Booming” is an adjective.
Is “booming” a common word?
“Booming” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “booming” have?
“Booming” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: growing rapidly or thriving, especially economically.
