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soaring

7 synonyms and 1 antonym for soaring, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.

Adj — Rising rapidly to a great height.

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.

gliding sailplaning towering

Synonyms by Meaning

1. adj

Rising rapidly to a great height.

“Soaring inflation made groceries much more expensive.”

Opposites

low

2. noun

The act of flying high without effort, or rising rapidly.

“The soaring of the hawks over the valley was mesmerizing to watch.”

glide sailing sailplaning gliding

How to use soaring

The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.

soaring prices soaring temperatures soaring above

Frequently asked questions

What does “soaring” mean?
The word “soaring” means rising rapidly to a great height. In plain terms, describes something rising fast and high, whether a bird in flight or costs going up sharply.
How do you use “soaring” in a sentence?
Here is “soaring” used in a sentence: “Soaring inflation made groceries much more expensive.”
What part of speech is “soaring”?
Depending on how it is used, “soaring” can be an adjective and a noun.
Is “soaring” a common word?
“Soaring” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “soaring” have?
“Soaring” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: rising rapidly to a great height.

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