Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sinking
verb
/ˈsɪŋkɪŋ/
Definition
The act of descending or going under the surface of a liquid.
Examples
- The ship was sinking after hitting the iceberg.
- He watched the sun sinking below the horizon.
- She felt a sinking feeling in her stomach when she heard the news.
Meaning
Sinking refers to the process of something falling or dropping below the surface, typically used in the context of objects in water.
Synonyms
- submerging
- dipping
- plunging
- descend
