Synonyms for

Skating

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

Definition

Skating is the activity of gliding on ice or roller skates for sport, exercise, or recreation.

Synonyms & similar words

skate gliding sliding rollerblading ice-skating hockey roller-skating board-riding skateboarding longboarding snowboarding surfing windsurfing kiteboarding sailing canoeing kayaking paddling rowing boating

Synonyms by register

Formal

gliding traversing

Informal

cruising rolling

Literary

dancing wheeling

Antonyms

standing walking running crawling stillness immobility

Common collocations

  • ice skating
  • roller skating
  • skating rink
  • skating lessons
  • figure skating
  • speed skating
  • skating on ice
  • skating shoes

Word family

noun skate
verb skate
adjective skating

Usage note

While 'skating' can refer to movement on ice or roller skates, it can also be used metaphorically to describe a superficial or non-committal approach to a topic.

Example sentences

  1. I am going skating with my friends after school.
  2. She won a gold medal in figure skating at the Olympics.
  3. The ice rink is crowded with people skating.
  4. He fell while skating on the frozen pond.
  5. I want to learn how to do a backflip while skating.

Quotes

  • 'Skating is tough, but once you get confident and start feeling comfortable, it's a lot of fun.' - Tara Lipinski
  • 'Skating is my life, my passion, my everything.' - Yuzuru Hanyu
  • 'I think I was made to live in New York. I love it there. The energy is perfect for skating.' - Johnny Weir

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