Synonyms for
Sweating
Definition
the process of perspiring, especially heavily
Synonyms & similar words
Synonyms by register
Formal
Literary
Antonyms
Common collocations
- sweating profusely
- sweating bullets
- sweating it out
- sweating buckets
- sweating from exertion
- sweating in the heat
- sweating through clothes
Word family
Usage note
While 'sweating' is common, 'perspiring' is a more formal alternative. 'Sweating bullets' is an idiom for extreme nervousness.
Example sentences
- I am sweating because I ran a mile.
- I am sweating from all this heat.
- After playing outside, I was sweating and needed a drink.
- Sweating is a natural way for your body to cool down.
- Sweating can be caused by exercise or being in a hot environment.
Quotes
"I'm sweating like a sinner in church."
"We all have these moments of feeling like a fraud. Like we're not capable. Like we're not good enough. Every time I get ready to do a big performance, I get the butterflies, I get nervous, and I doubt myself. But then I just remind myself that I've been training for this moment. I've been sweating for this moment."
"I'm not a big crier, but tears come easily to me when I'm in the middle of a good sweat session."