Synonyms for dying

Synonyms for (noun) dying

Synonyms: death, demise, dying

Definition: the time when something ends

Usage: it was the death of all his plans; a dying of old hopes

Similar words: end, ending

Definition: the point in time at which something ends

Usage: the end of the year; the ending of warranty period


Synonyms for (adj) dying

Synonyms: dying

Definition: in or associated with the process of passing from life or ceasing to be

Usage: a dying man; his dying wish; a dying fire; a dying civilization

Similar words: moribund

Definition: being on the point of death; breathing your last

Usage: a moribund patient


Similar words: last

Definition: occurring at the time of death

Usage: his last words; the last rites


Synonyms: dying, anxious

Definition: eagerly desirous

Usage: anxious to see the new show at the museum; dying to hear who won

Similar words: eager

Definition: having or showing keen interest or intense desire or impatient expectancy

Usage: eager to learn; eager to travel abroad; eager for success; eager helpers; an eager look


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