booming
Booming (adjective) means growing rapidly or thriving, especially economically. Example: “Tourism has been a booming industry on the island.”
How to use booming
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishEither thriving and growing fast, or loud and deep-sounding.
Word forms
more booming comparative, boomings plural, most booming superlative
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Frequently asked questions
What does “booming” mean?
The word “booming” means growing rapidly or thriving, especially economically. In plain terms, either thriving and growing fast, or loud and deep-sounding.
How do you pronounce “booming”?
“Booming” is pronounced BOO-mihng (/ˈbuːmɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “booming” in a sentence?
Here is “booming” used in a sentence: “Tourism has been a booming industry on the island.”
What is another word for “booming”?
Words with a similar meaning to “booming” include resounding.
What part of speech is “booming”?
“Booming” is an adjective.
Is “booming” a common word?
“Booming” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “booming” have?
“Booming” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: growing rapidly or thriving, especially economically.