Synonyms for

Climbing

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

Definition

The act of ascending something, especially a mountain or hill, using hands and feet.

Synonyms & similar words

climbup mount wax mounting wane goup climb rise scaling mountaineering ascension hiking scrambling clambering ascending ascent

Synonyms by register

Formal

ascending mounting escalating

Informal

hiking trekking scrambling

Literary

scaling surmounting

Antonyms

descending falling sliding dropping lowering decent

Common collocations

  • rock climbing
  • mountain climbing
  • climbing wall
  • climbing gear
  • climbing frame
  • climbing trees
  • climbing stairs
  • climbing high

Word family

noun climb
verb climb
adjective climbing

Usage note

While 'climbing' can refer to ascending any surface, it is most commonly associated with rock climbing, mountaineering, or ascending stairs. The verb form is 'to climb'.

Example sentences

  1. I am climbing the tree to get my kite.
  2. She loves climbing the rock wall at the gym.
  3. We are climbing up the mountain to see the view.
  4. He is climbing over the fence to get into the pool.
  5. She is climbing onto the roof to fix the shingles.

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