What does falling mean?
Falling means present participle and gerund of fall.
Falling
/ˈfɔːlɪŋ/ · verb
Meaning
present participle and gerund of fall.
Definitions by Sense
- present participle and gerund of fall
- verbal noun of fall
Example Sentences
a falling leaf
the falling prices of luxury goods
Of these, nine were on the Forfar-Perth section, eight were over the sharply-falling grades from Gleneagles to Perth, [...].
Epilepsies, or fallings and reelings, and beastly vomitings. The least of these, even when the tongue begins to be untied, is a degree of drunkenness.
Synonyms for falling
Antonyms for falling
Related Words
Word Forms
- fallings
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for falling?
Common synonyms include drop, fall, decreasing, declining.
What is the opposite of falling?
Possible antonyms include standing, upright, rising.
How do you use falling in a sentence?
a falling leaf
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