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fielding

The word “fielding” has 2 syllables: field-ing

It's pronounced as /ˈfiːl.dɪŋ/

What is synonym and antonym for fielding?

In the thesaurus, “fielding” has 41 synonyms and 10 antonyms.

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

Synonyms for fielding

Antonyms for fielding

Meanings of fielding

  • verb
    1. To intercept or catch (a ball) and play it.
    2. (and other batting sports) To be the team catching and throwing the ball, as opposed to hitting it.
    3. To place (a team, its players, etc.) in a game.
    4. To answer; to address.
    5. To defeat.
    6. To execute research (in the field).
    7. To deploy in the field.
  • noun
    1. The act of one who fields.
    2. The role of a fielder.

Example Sentences

  • He is excellent at fielding difficult questions during press conferences.
  • The player practiced fielding ground balls all afternoon.
  • She spent the day fielding customer complaints.
  • The team focused on fielding drills to improve defense.
  • He was busy fielding calls from clients.

On this page you'll find 51 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to fielding, such as: abandon, addressing, botching, bringing off, bungling, carrying off, carrying out.

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

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