Synonyms for

Projecting

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

Definition

extending out or jutting out

Synonyms & similar words

project fancy image protrude throw propose cast jut design visualize visualise projected figure plan relieved externalize see picture sendoff stickout sticking stickingout externalise protruding contrive jutting protruding extending stretching bulging overhanging obtruding outjutting extruding splaying spreading expanding swelling advancing propping

Synonyms by register

Formal

protruding jutting extending emerging

Informal

sticking out sticking out popping out bulging

Literary

prominent salient jutting

Antonyms

receding withdrawing shrinking retracting sunken indented

Common collocations

  • projecting outwards
  • projecting forward
  • projecting from
  • projecting edge
  • projecting beam
  • projecting nose
  • projecting shelf

Word family

noun projection
verb project
adjective projecting
adverb projectingly

Usage note

The word 'projecting' often describes something that sticks out physically. Be mindful of context, as it can also refer to plans or ideas being put forward.

Example sentences

  1. The bird was projecting its beak out to catch a worm.
  2. The rock was projecting out of the water.
  3. The tree branch was projecting over the fence.
  4. The car's hood was projecting further than the rest of the car.
  5. The mountain was projecting into the sky.

Quotes

  • The future is not projected, but created.
  • A vision without a plan is just a projection.
  • I'm a projection of you.

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