Synonyms for
Settling
Definition
to come to rest; to place oneself in a comfortable position; to resolve or reach an agreement
Synonyms & similar words
settle
subsiding
descend
locate
squareup
determine
squareoff
root
makeup
fall
subside
reconcile
subsidence
godown
patchup
decide
steadydown
finalise
finalize
resolve
settledown
sink
gounder
ensconce
getback
resolving
concluding
securing
establishing
arranging
deciding
finalizing
clinching
agreeing
compromising
satisfying
pacifying
calming
comforting
placating
easing
Synonyms by register
Formal
Informal
Antonyms
Common collocations
- settling down
- settling in
- settling the score
- settling for
- settling dust
- settling disputes
- settling accounts
Word family
Usage note
The word 'settling' can refer to becoming calm or stable, or to resolving a matter. Be mindful of context to avoid ambiguity.
Example sentences
- After a long day at school, I am settling into my cozy bed.
- The two friends are settling their disagreement by talking it out.
- I am settling on a new book to read.
- The snow is settling on the ground.
- I am settling down to watch my favorite TV show.
Quotes
We must accept finite disappointment, but never lose infinite hope. - Martin Luther King Jr.
The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched - they must be felt with the heart. - Helen Keller
The only way to do great work is to love what you do. - Steve Jobs