Synonyms for

Leaping

Verb / ˈli:pɪŋ / Another word for leaping — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Jumping or springing a long way, to a great height, or with great force.

Synonyms & similar words

bound leap bounce saltation jump spring jumpoff jumping hopping vaulting bounding springing bouncing skipping galloping capering prancing frolicking dancing jogging running racing sprinting darting flitting flying soaring

Synonyms by register

Formal

bounding vaulting springing

Informal

jumping hopping skipping

Literary

soaring flinging

Antonyms

crawling creeping standing staying remaining stopping settling

Common collocations

  • leaping forward
  • leaping over
  • leaping into
  • leaping out of
  • leaping across
  • leaping from
  • leaping high

Word family

noun leap
verb leap
adjective leaping

Usage note

Leaping often implies a sudden, energetic movement, usually upwards or forwards. It can be used literally for physical action or figuratively for progress or change.

Example sentences

  1. The frog was leaping from one lily pad to another.
  2. The athlete was leaping over the hurdles with ease.
  3. The cat was leaping after the mouse.
  4. The kangaroo was leaping across the Australian outback.
  5. The deer was leaping over the fence to escape the hunters.

Quotes

  • I am leaping with joy!
  • She was leaping for the stars.
  • The frog was leaping for its life.

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