Synonyms for

Doing

Verb / ˈdu:ɪŋ / Another word for doing — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The act of performing an action; activity or task.

Synonyms & similar words

manage practice coiffure execute act come suffice dress coif unmake fare arrange serve make answer do practise set coiffe perform behave cause exercise performing accomplishing executing undertaking fulfilling completing working operating pursuing practicing conducting managing handling addressing tackling

Synonyms by register

Formal

executing performing accomplishing undertaking

Informal

making working on tackling getting done

Literary

wrought achieving effecting

Antonyms

stopping ceasing halting idling resting quiescent inactive

Common collocations

  • doing business
  • doing good
  • doing well
  • doing homework
  • doing laundry
  • doing research
  • doing your best
  • doing damage

Word family

noun deed
verb do
adjective doing
adverb duly

Usage note

The word 'doing' is the present participle of 'do'. It often implies activity or accomplishment, and its meaning can vary greatly depending on context.

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Example sentences

  1. I am doing my chores today.
  2. She is doing her hair in the bathroom.
  3. We are doing a science experiment in class.
  4. He is doing a great job at his new job.
  5. They are doing their best to help the community.

Quotes

  • Success is not the key to happiness. Happiness is the key to success. If you love what you are doing, you will be successful.
  • The only way to do great work is to love what you do. If you haven't found it yet, keep looking. Don't settle.
  • Happiness is not something ready-made. It comes from your own actions.

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