What is another word for coming
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coming
/ˈkʌm.ɪŋ/
Approaching or due to happen in the near future.
Antonyms of coming
Adjectives
Strongest matches:
- departing
- going
- leaving
Weak matches:
- outgoing
- exiting
Nouns
Strongest matches:
- departure
- exit
- leave
Weak matches:
- goodbye
- farewell
Verbs
Strongest matches:
- departing
- leaving
- exiting
Weak matches:
- going
- retreating
Synonyms
arriving, approaching, nearing, forthcoming, imminent, upcoming, impending, oncoming
Usage examples:
1. The coming weekend promises to be sunny and warm, perfect for outdoor activities.
2. She looked forward to the coming holidays with a mix of excitement and anxiety.
3. With the coming of spring, the entire landscape transformed into a colorful tapestry of blooms.
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Frequently asked questions
What is a common antonym for 'coming' when referring to someone's arrival?
A common antonym for 'coming' in the context of arrival is 'departing.' While 'coming' refers to the act of moving towards a particular place, 'departing' refers to leaving or going away from a place.
If 'coming' is used to describe events in the near future, what antonym can be used for events that have passed?
When 'coming' is used to describe future events, an appropriate antonym would be 'gone' or 'past.' These terms are used to refer to events that have already happened or time periods that have already elapsed.
In the context of availability, such as 'coming soon,' what is an antonym that indicates something is no longer available?
In this context, 'discontinued' or 'ended' can serve as antonyms. If something is 'coming soon,' it is expected to be available in the near future. Conversely, if it is 'discontinued' or has 'ended,' it indicates that the item or event is no longer available or happening.
When 'coming' is used to express someone joining or approaching a group, what's an appropriate antonym?
An appropriate antonym in this scenario would be 'leaving' or 'withdrawing.' If someone is 'coming' to join a group, they are moving towards or into the group. In contrast, 'leaving' or 'withdrawing' indicates moving away from or exiting the group.