Synonyms for

Bubbling

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

Definition

producing bubbles; boiling or simmering.

Synonyms & similar words

bubbly frothy bubble foamy ripple eruct effervescing effervescent burble spumy guggle gurgle belch sparkly burp foaming scintillating babble boiling simmering frothing effervescing foaming sizzling seething spuming churning whizzing whistling buzzing humming purring drumming throbbing vibrating quivering shimmering glittering

Synonyms by register

Formal

effervescent foaming frothing

Informal

fizzing gurgling spouting

Literary

simmering seething

Antonyms

still calm quiet silent stagnant motionless

Common collocations

  • bubbling with excitement
  • bubbling spring
  • bubbling cauldron
  • bubbling lava
  • bubbling brook
  • bubbling champagne
  • bubbling stew

Word family

noun bubble
verb bubble
adjective bubbly
adverb bubblingly

Usage note

Often used to describe liquids or gases, but can also be used metaphorically for emotions or energy. The informal synonyms suggest a more active or noisy process.

Example sentences

  1. The soup was bubbling on the stove.
  2. The fish tank was bubbling with activity.
  3. The children were bubbling with excitement for the carnival.
  4. The mud was bubbling in the swamp.
  5. The volcano was bubbling with lava.

Quotes

  • Life is like a bubble, fragile and temporary. Make it bubbly and memorable.
  • Happiness is not a destination, it's a journey. Enjoy the bubbling moments along the way.
  • A bubbling spring never runs dry.

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