pining Meaning & Definition
/ˈpaɪnɪŋ/
What Does Pining Mean?
As a verb, pining means present participle and gerund of pine. As a noun, it means The act of one who pines.
Pining in Brief
| Part of speech | verb, noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //ˈpaɪnɪŋ// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Synonyms | afflict, torment and torture |
| Plural | pinings |
Pining Definition (Verb)
- present participle and gerund of pine
Pining as a Noun
- The act of one who pines.
Verb
- To languish; to lose flesh or wear away through distress.
- To long, to yearn so much that it causes suffering.
Laura was pining for Bill all the time he was gone.
- To grieve or mourn for.
- To inflict pain upon; to torment.
Synonyms of Pining
Pining synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Pining
No antonyms or near antonyms are listed by the available sources for this entry.
Pining in a Sentence
Laura was pining for Bill all the time he was gone.
Word Forms & Grammar
pining
pining (plural pinings)
Words That Rhyme With Pining
How to Pronounce Pining
You say pining as //ˈpaɪnɪŋ//. It has 1 syllable.
Frequently Asked Questions About Pining
Is pining a verb or a noun?
Pining is mainly used as a verb, but it can also be used as a noun.
What is another word for pining?
Close synonyms of pining are afflict, torment and torture. See the full list of pining synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of pining?
The plural of pining is pinings.