What does sobbing mean?
Sobbing means present participle and gerund of sob.
Sobbing
/ˈsɒbɪŋ/ · verb
Meaning
present participle and gerund of sob.
Definitions by Sense
- present participle and gerund of sob
- Act of one who sobs; a crying or weeping.
- That or who sobs.
Example Sentences
a sobbing child
Moſs is to be rubb'd and ſcrap'd off with ſome fit inſtrument of Wood, which may not excorticate the Tree, or with a piece of Hair-cloth after a ſobbing Rain: [...]
Synonyms for sobbing
Antonyms for sobbing
Related Words
Word Forms
- sobbings
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for sobbing?
Common synonyms include crying, sobs, in tears, weeping.
What is the opposite of sobbing?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use sobbing in a sentence?
a sobbing child
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