Synonyms for

Braking

Verb / ˈbreɪkɪŋ / Another word for braking — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The act of slowing or stopping a vehicle by using the brakes.

Synonyms & similar words

brake stopping decelerating halting ceasing checking curbing restraining stalling slowing

Synonyms by register

Formal

decelerating retarding curtailing

Informal

slowing down hitting the brakes stopping

Literary

checking halting

Antonyms

accelerating speeding advancing moving going propelling driving

Common collocations

  • hard braking
  • sudden braking
  • emergency braking
  • gentle braking
  • brake failure
  • brake pads
  • brake fluid
  • brake pedal

Word family

noun brake
verb brake
adjective braking

Usage note

While 'braking' is primarily used as a gerund or present participle, the noun 'brake' refers to the device used for slowing or stopping.

Example sentences

  1. The car in front of me suddenly started braking.
  2. I always make sure to start braking early when driving in the rain.
  3. He got a ticket for not braking at the stop sign.

Quotes

  • "The most important thing about stopping quickly is braking efficiently." - Valentino Rossi
  • "The brakes on my car are faulty. I have to use the handbrake to stop." - Unknown
  • "Braking is not a natural thing to do." - Sebastian Vettel

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