Synonyms for

Jogging

Verb / ˈdʒɑ:gɪŋ / / ˈdʒɔ:gɪŋ / Another word for jogging — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

the activity of running at a steady, gentle pace as a form of physical exercise

Synonyms & similar words

evenup jog squareup trot ramble clip rambleon running jog footing hiking walking strolling ambling sauntering trudging trekking marching rambling perambulating promenading striding galloping cantering trotting

Synonyms by register

Formal

running striding trotting

Informal

shuffling pounding the pavement going for a run

Literary

ambling traipsing

Antonyms

standing sitting resting idling lounging inactivity stillness

Common collocations

  • jogging shoes
  • jogging pants
  • jogging for fitness
  • jogging in the park
  • jogging pace
  • jogging route
  • morning jogging
  • regular jogging

Word family

noun jog
verb jog
adjective jogging
adverb joggingly

Usage note

Jogging refers to running at a slow, steady pace. It is generally considered less intense than running or sprinting. The word 'jog' can also be used metaphorically to mean to nudge or to move along.

Example sentences

  1. I went jogging with my mom today.
  2. Jogging is a good exercise for your body.
  3. We saw a lot of people jogging in the park.
  4. I like to listen to music while jogging.
  5. Jogging helps me clear my mind.

Quotes

  • I'm not a jogger. I'm a runner. I have real boobs and I move.
  • I don't feel like jogging. I think it might be the ice cubes upsetting my stomach.
  • Jogging is for people who aren't intelligent enough to watch television.

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