passing

noun
/ˈpæsɪŋ/

Meaning

the act of moving past something or the end of someone's life

Example Sentences

The passing of the leader was a great loss for the nation.

Example Expressions

in passing

Synonyms

departure, death, transition, movement

Antonyms

arrival, birth

Collocations

passing away, passing time, passing phase, passing car

More Example Sentences

She’s confident of passing the exam.

She barely notices the time passing.

She is certain about passing the exam.

She’s confident about passing the exam.

She congratulated him on passing the exam.

I succeeded in passing the test the second time.

I am not passing judgement - I am simply asking questions.

Related Vocabularies

a lesson about right and wrong conduct; principles of right behavior
Courage, boldness, or daring behavior; also physical robustness.
The state of being free or at liberty rather than in confinement or under physical restraint.
Things that create reactions or provide motivation.
the violent seizure of someone's property
The state of being comfortable, healthy, or happy.

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