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engineering

The word “engineering” has 4 syllables: en-gi-neer-ing

It's pronounced as /ˌɛn.dʒəˈnɪrɪŋ/

What is synonym and antonym for engineering?

In the thesaurus, “engineering” has 89 synonyms and 11 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for engineering along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for engineering

Antonyms for engineering

  • blowing
  • bobbling
  • botching
  • bungling
  • butchering
  • flubbing
  • fumbling
  • lousing up
  • mangling
  • mishandling
  • muffing

Meanings of engineering

  • verb
    1. To design, construct or manage something as an engineer.
    2. To alter or construct something by means of genetic engineering.
    3. To plan or achieve some goal by contrivance or guile; to wangle or finagle.
    4. To control motion of substance; to change motion.
    5. To work as an engineer.
  • noun
    1. The application of mathematics and the physical sciences to the needs of humanity and the development of technology.
    2. The area aboard a ship where the engine is located.
    3. Actions controling the motion, shape, and/or substance of any physical object(s).
    4. Designates office area of the professional engineering staff.

Example Sentences

  • She is studying mechanical engineering at the university.
  • Modern engineering has improved transportation systems worldwide.
  • The company specializes in software engineering and design.
  • He developed an interest in engineering after building robots.
  • Civil engineering projects often require years of planning.

On this page you'll find 100 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to engineering, such as: administration, aegis, agency, architecture, arranging, authorizing, blowing.

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