Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
passing
verb/noun/adjective
/ˈpæsɪŋ/
Definition
The act of moving past something or someone.
Examples
- The passing train startled the passengers.
- She studied hard for the passing of her final exams.
- His passing remark was surprisingly insightful.
Meaning
The term ‘passing’ refers to the action of going by or beyond an object or person, as well as achieving something, especially in the context of exams or grades.
Synonyms
- Fleeting
- Transitory
- Flowing
- Bypassing
