COVERING Synonyms: 292 Similar and Opposite Words

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noun

ˈkəv-riŋ

as in veil

something that covers or conceals like a piece of cloth with the commotion on the dance floor as a covering, we were able to slip out undetected

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as in sheath

something that encloses another thing especially to protect it the plastic coverings on lamp shades should be removed

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covering

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verb

present participle of cover

as in substituting

to serve as a replacement usually for a time only a friend covered for me as a hospital volunteer while my family went on vacation

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as in coating

to form a layer over by morning a foot of snow covered the ground

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as in shielding

to place a protective layer over better cover your skin with sunblock if you don't want a sunburn, not to mention skin cancer

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as in concerning

to have (something) as a subject matter this section of the book covers kitchen makeovers for the enterprising do-it-yourselfer

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as in concealing

to keep secret or shut off from view covered the foxhole with grass and leaves

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as in traversing

to make one's way through, across, or over we usually manage to cover a lot of ground in a single day

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as in monitoring

to pay continued close attention to (something) for a particular purpose I'll cover the reception desk while you take a break

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as in protecting

to drive danger or attack away from covered the wounded soldier until he could be rescued from the downed chopper

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Recent Examples of covering

Noun

Incorporating softer pieces, such as rugs, upholstered pieces, and window coverings, is a critical step that helps with sound control and creates an enveloping atmosphere. —

Kristina McGuirk, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 June 2026 This lightweight neck gaiter can function as a sweatband, face covering, hat, or neck shield, depending on what the day calls for. —

Francesca Krempa, Travel + Leisure, 11 June 2026

Verb

The red card to Almirón, who plays for Atlanta United in the MLS, was the first given in history for covering his mouth while talking to an opponent, a rule implemented to avoid racial abuse on the field. —

Gabriel Sama, Mercury News, 21 June 2026 If your car is towed from any of these locations, contact the police district covering the area where the car was parked. —

Alexandra Simon, CBS News, 21 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for covering

Recent Examples of Synonyms for covering

Noun

The mayor’s credit card use was not wrapped in a veil of silence.

— Kevin Rennie, Hartford Courant, 13 June 2026
Harriet was a storybook bride in the two striking shots, which captured her standing in her Emilia Wickstead lace dress with a flowing veil on her special day.

— Janine Henni, PEOPLE, 12 June 2026