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staring

The word “staring” has 2 syllables: star-ing

It's pronounced as /ˈstɛrɪŋ/

What is synonym and antonym for staring?

In the thesaurus, “staring” has 32 synonyms and 6 antonyms.

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

Synonyms for staring

Antonyms for staring

  • browsing
  • glancing
  • glimpsing
  • peeking
  • peeping
  • scanning

Meanings of staring

  • verb
    1. (construed with at) To look fixedly (at something).
    2. To influence in some way by looking fixedly.
    3. To be very conspicuous on account of size, prominence, colour, or brilliancy.
    4. To stand out; to project; to bristle.
  • noun
    1. The act of one who stares.
  • adjective
    1. Shining; vivid, garish.
    2. Looking fixedly with wide-open eyes.
    3. Sensational, lurid.

Example Sentences

  • He was staring at the screen for hours without blinking.
  • She caught someone staring at her from across the room.
  • The dog sat quietly, staring at its owner for food.
  • They stood there, staring in shock at the accident.
  • I noticed him staring out the window, lost in thought.

On this page you'll find 38 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to staring, such as: ajar, astonished, awestruck, blinking, browsing, confounded, considering.

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

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observing

gaping

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