painting

noun

paint·​ing ˈpān-tiŋ 

1

: a product of painting

especially : a work produced through the art of painting

2

: the art or occupation of painting

Synonyms of painting

• canvas
• mural
• watercolor

Examples of painting in a Sentence

They hung the painting in the living room.

The woman in that painting is my grandmother.

I like painting more than sculpture.

He is studying abstract painting.

She wants to devote all her time to painting.

The room is ready for painting.

Recent Examples on the Web

Armstrong's old bedroom is now decorated with photos and paintings of the moon landing. — ABC News, 5 Aug. 2026

Sotheby’s sees a similar advantage in extending the story of a collector across categories, from paintings to design and collectibles. — Daniel Cassady, ARTnews.com, 5 Aug. 2026

Patrons can browse from a selection of more than 220 paintings, drawings, prints, mixed media and photographs, as well as sculptures and ceramics up to 10 inches. — Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 5 Aug. 2026

Another literal work of art at the Sheraton is Kuleana, an innovative series of 11 outdoor plaques that, when standing before them and viewed through your smartphone, come to life like paintings at Hogwarts. — David Dickstein, Oc Register, 5 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

13th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing painting

• action painting
• cave painting
• finger painting
• no oil painting
• oil painting
• wall painting

Rhymes for painting

• fainting
• tainting
• acquainting
• repainting

Kids Definition

painting

noun

paint·​ing

1

: a painted work of art

2

: the art or occupation of painting