flowing
14 synonyms and 2 antonyms for flowing, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Moving smoothly and continuously, like a liquid.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
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.
Antonyms
How to use flowing
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
flowing hair
flowing robes
flowing river
flowing style
Etymology
From "flow" plus the "-ing" suffix.
Full origin of flowing →Frequently asked questions
What does “flowing” mean?
The word “flowing” means moving smoothly and continuously, like a liquid. In plain terms, moving or shaped in a smooth, continuous, graceful way.
How do you pronounce “flowing”?
“Flowing” is pronounced FLOH-ihng (/ˈfloʊ.ɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “flowing” in a sentence?
Here is “flowing” used in a sentence: “She wore a long, flowing gown to the gala.”
What is another word for “flowing”?
Words with a similar meaning to “flowing” include streaming, fluid, fluminous, fluxive, free-flowing and onrushing.
What is the opposite of “flowing”?
The opposite of “flowing” — its antonyms — are stagnant and standing.
What part of speech is “flowing”?
“Flowing” is an adjective.
Is “flowing” a common word?
“Flowing” is a fairly common word in modern English.
What is the difference between flowing and fluid?
As adjectives, both describe smooth, continuous movement, and they are often interchangeable, as in "flowing movements" or "fluid movements." Fluid also works as a noun meaning a liquid or gas, while flowing is usually preferred for things that stream or hang gracefully, such as flowing rivers, flowing robes, or flowing hair.
What is the opposite of flowing?
For liquids, the opposite of flowing is stagnant, standing, or still — water that does not move. For movement or style, the opposite is jerky, halting, or choppy, describing motion or prose that lacks smooth continuity.
