What does receding mean?
Receding means present participle and gerund of recede.
Receding
Pronunciation varies by accent · verb
Meaning
present participle and gerund of recede.
Definitions by Sense
- present participle and gerund of recede
- Going or moving back or further away from a previous position; gradually diminishing.
- The action of something that recedes.
- A recessed part.
Example Sentences
a receding hairline
the great overflowings and recedings of the waters
The sombre shadows, cast by those huge houses of which it is composed, and the streams of faint light cutting the darkness here and there, where the entrance to some fantastic alley pierces the sable mass of building—the strange projectings, recedings, and windings […]
Synonyms for receding
Antonyms for receding
Related Words
Word Forms
- more receding
- most receding
- recedings
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for receding?
Common synonyms include low, recession, retiring, retreating.
What is the opposite of receding?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use receding in a sentence?
a receding hairline
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