Synonyms for

Cracking

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

Definition

breaking with a sudden sharp sound; excellent or first-rate

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

fracturing splitting cleaving rupturing

Informal

awesome brilliant great superb killer

Literary

shattering splintering rending

Antonyms

whole intact solid unbroken sound complete

Common collocations

  • cracking the code
  • cracking down
  • cracking a joke
  • cracking open
  • cracking the whip
  • cracking the case
  • cracking the surface

Word family

noun crack
verb crack
adjective cracked
adverb cracking

Usage note

As an adjective, 'cracking' (e.g., 'a cracking good time') is informal and often used in British English. It means excellent or very good.

Example sentences

  1. That was a cracking thunderstorm last night!
  2. I heard the sound of cracking ice as I stepped onto the frozen pond.
  3. He always has a cracking good time at the amusement park.
  4. The old chair was cracking under his weight.
  5. She did a cracking job on her science project.

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