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caressing

The word “caressing” has 3 syllables: ca-ress-ing

It's pronounced as /kəˈrɛsɪŋ/

What is synonym and antonym for caressing?

In the thesaurus, “caressing” has 31 synonyms.

Here are synonyms for caressing along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for caressing

Meanings of caressing

  • verb
    1. To touch or kiss lovingly; to fondle.
    2. To affect as if with a caress.
  • noun
    1. A caress.

Example Sentences

  • The breeze was gently caressing the tall grass in the field.
  • He sat quietly, caressing the cover of an old journal.
  • She walked barefoot, the cool water caressing her feet.
  • The artist’s hand moved softly, caressing each brushstroke.
  • Warm sunlight came through the window, caressing her face.

On this page you'll find 31 synonyms or another words to caressing, such as: babying, billing, bouncing, canoodling, coddling, cradling, cuddling.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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necking

making love

kissing

  • French-kissing
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  • bouncing
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making out

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