freeing
3 synonyms for freeing, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The act of setting someone or something free.
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.
Synonyms by Meaning
1. noun
The act of setting someone or something free.
“However again, in these freeings of voices it should be observed that the African American Southern voice and character is framed within the freed European American Southern voice.”
2. adj
Giving a feeling of freedom or release.
“Quitting her stressful job felt incredibly freeing.”
How to use freeing
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
a freeing experience
the freeing of
Frequently asked questions
What does “freeing” mean?
The word “freeing” means the act of setting someone or something free. In plain terms, either the act of setting free, or an adjective describing something that makes you feel liberated.
How do you pronounce “freeing”?
“Freeing” is pronounced FREE-ihng (/ˈfɹiːɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “freeing” in a sentence?
Here is “freeing” used in a sentence: “The freeing of the hostages was broadcast live around the world.”
What part of speech is “freeing”?
Depending on how it is used, “freeing” can be a noun and an adjective.
Is “freeing” a common word?
“Freeing” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “freeing” have?
“Freeing” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the act of setting someone or something free.
