Synonyms for

Groping

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

Definition

To search blindly or uncertainly by feeling with the hands.

Synonyms & similar words

grope fumble feeling fumbling searching probing exploring scrabbling pawing digging picking rummaging rooting delving thumbing scratching floundering grappling clawing groveling

Example sentences

  1. She was groping around in her bag for her keys.
  2. He was groping for the right words to say.
  3. The blind man was groping his way through the unfamiliar room.
  4. The police officer was groping the suspect's pockets for any weapons.
  5. I was groping in the dark for my phone charger.

Quotes

  • I'm really not comfortable with this groping.
  • The best way to find yourself is to stop groping for others and let them be.
  • The world is groping in the darkness of ignorance.

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