Synonyms for
Fighting
Definition
The act of engaging in a battle or physical altercation.
Synonyms & similar words
agitate
scrap
combatready
oppose
fightback
fightdown
press
push
struggle
combat
crusade
defend
campaign
active
fight
contend
battling
combatting
warring
struggling
clashing
quarreling
confronting
challenging
competing
contending
feuding
dueling
wrangling
scuffling
tussling
grappling
scrapping
engaging
brawling
Synonyms by register
Antonyms
Common collocations
- fighting chance
- fighting spirit
- fighting words
- fighting back
- fighting crime
- fighting disease
- fighting for survival
- fighting a war
Word family
Usage note
While 'fighting' can refer to physical combat, it is also used metaphorically for struggles against adversity or opposition. Be mindful of context to avoid ambiguity.
Example sentences
- The two boys were fighting over the last cookie.
- The soldiers were fighting for their country.
- The boxer was fighting for the championship title.
- The parents were fighting for their child's rights at school.
- The politician was fighting for a change in the law.
Quotes
The best fighter is not a Boxer, Karate or Judo man. The best fighter is someone who can adapt on any style. He kicks too good for a Boxer, Throws too good for a karate man, and punches too good for a Judo man. - Bruce Lee
Fighting for peace is like screwing for virginity. - George Carlin
The only true sports are bullfighting, mountain climbing, and automobile racing; all others are merely games. - Ernest Hemingway