Synonyms for

Handling

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

Synonyms & similar words

manipulation manage deal treatment treat cover palm plow doby care wield handle address

Synonyms by register

Formal

management administration control supervision

Informal

dealing with tackling coping with managing

Literary

wielding manipulation

Antonyms

neglect ignoring avoidance disregard abandonment shirking

Common collocations

  • careful handling
  • proper handling
  • manual handling
  • handling of
  • handling complaints
  • handling evidence
  • handling money

Word family

noun handling
verb handle
adjective handleable

Usage note

Often used to describe the way something is managed or dealt with. Can refer to physical manipulation or abstract management.

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