narrowing
4 synonyms and 1 antonym for narrowing, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The process of becoming smaller in width or scope.
Synonyms
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Synonyms by Meaning
1. noun
The process of becoming smaller in width or scope.
“The narrowing of the search results made it much easier to find the file.”
Opposites
How to use narrowing
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
narrowing gap
narrowing of options
Frequently asked questions
What does “narrowing” mean?
The word “narrowing” means the process of becoming smaller in width or scope.
How do you use “narrowing” in a sentence?
Here is “narrowing” used in a sentence: “The narrowing of the search results made it much easier to find the file.”
What part of speech is “narrowing”?
Depending on how it is used, “narrowing” can be a noun and an adjective.
Is “narrowing” a common word?
“Narrowing” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “narrowing” have?
“Narrowing” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the process of becoming smaller in width or scope.
