Synonyms for
Knocking
Definition
the sound of a repeated striking of one hard object against another
Synonyms & similar words
Synonyms by register
Antonyms
Common collocations
- knocking on the door
- knocking sound
- knocking loudly
- knocking rhythmically
- knocking at the window
- engine knocking
- knocking around
Word family
Usage note
The word 'knocking' often implies a repetitive sound made by striking something. It can also refer to an engine problem where parts hit each other.
Example sentences
- I heard someone knocking on the door.
- I am knocking on the door to see if anyone is home.
- The loud knocking startled me.
- The knocking continued for several minutes.
- I opened the door to find my friend knocking.
Quotes
Success is not a destination, but the road that you're on. Being successful means that you're working hard and walking your walk every day. You can only live your dream by working hard towards it. That's living your dream.
I'm knocking on the door of the f***ing industry, and there are a lot of people who don't want to let me in.
I've been knocking on the door for years, and no one has opened it. But I think I have finally found the right key.