English dictionary, thesaurus, translations & etymology
FreeDict.com

crowning

0 synonyms and 0 antonyms for crowning, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.

Adj — Representing the highest point or greatest achievement of something.

We haven't recorded synonyms for crowning yet. You can still read its full definition, where it comes from, or words that rhyme with it.

How to use crowning

The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.

crowning achievement crowning glory crowning moment

Etymology

From Middle English crowninge, crounende, equivalent to crown + -ing.

Full origin of crowning →

Frequently asked questions

What does “crowning” mean?

The word “crowning” means representing the highest point or greatest achievement of something. In plain terms, the best, final touch on an achievement — or, in childbirth, the moment the baby's head first appears.

How do you pronounce “crowning”?

“Crowning” is pronounced KROW-nihng (/ˈkɹaʊnɪŋ/ in IPA).

How do you use “crowning” in a sentence?

Here is “crowning” used in a sentence: “Winning the Olympic gold was the crowning moment of her career.”

What part of speech is “crowning”?

Depending on how it is used, “crowning” can be an adjective and a noun.

How many meanings does “crowning” have?

“Crowning” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: representing the highest point or greatest achievement of something.

Nearby words

← Back to the full definition of crowning
Synonyms and antonyms from Wiktionary, CC BY-SA.