What is another word for feeding?

Common synonyms for feeding include feedin, feed, prey, fertilize, flow.

What is the opposite of feeding?

Antonyms of feeding include starving, fasting, abstaining, depriving, withholding.

Synonyms for

Feeding

Verb / ˈfi:dɪŋ / Another word for feeding — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The act of giving food to someone or something.

Synonyms & similar words

feedin feed prey fertilize flow eat eating fertilise give run feast course alimentation starve nourishing sustenance provision diet fare meal nutrition chow grub victuals aliment nutriment sustentation support fodder feedstuff forage provender ration refreshment

Synonyms by register

Formal

nourishing sustaining providing supplying

Informal

eating grazing munching snacking

Literary

sustenance provision nourishment

Antonyms

starving fasting abstaining depriving withholding going without

Common collocations

feeding frenzy
feeding tube
feeding time
baby feeding
animal feeding
feeding habits
feeding grounds

Word family

noun feeding

verb feed

adjective feeding

adverb feedingly

Usage note

The word 'feeding' can refer to the act of giving food or the act of eating. Be mindful of context to avoid ambiguity, especially when discussing animals or infants.