MELLOWING Synonyms: 77 Similar and Opposite Words

mellowing 1 of 2

noun

as in softening

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mellowing

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verb

present participle of mellow

as in aging

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Recent Examples of mellowing

Noun

Knobel uses Tennessee charcoal mellowing and hand‑toasted barrels to refine classic comfort flavors of Tennessee whiskey. — Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 23 May 2026 Sometimes girls have a way of mellowing guys out. — Stephen King, The Atlantic, 15 May 2026 The spring and summer months will elicit much mellowing. — Tim Graham, New York Times, 13 Feb. 2026 Here’s a look at my experience, which—sadly—included no dogs, but has had a subtly mellowing effect on my own mood. — Jenny Berg, Vogue, 20 Jan. 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for mellowing

Noun

There is no imperative on their part to do anything with rates immediately, and the softening in the pace of job growth suggests that rate hikes are very unlikely to be necessary this year.

— Jeff Cox, CNBC, 2 July 2026
These colors draw inspiration from the natural softening of hues often associated with beachy, coastal towns.

— Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 July 2026

Definition of softening

Verb

Hydrating, evening out skin tone, and leaving dewiness in its wake, The Mineral Sunscreen is capable of replacing your anti-aging serums and moisturizers — practically unheard of in the industry.

— Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 14 July 2026
The Thrive transition program plans to begin construction on additional housing in the fall to meet the growing demand to help teens aging out of the foster care system.

— Leondra Head, CBS News, 13 July 2026

Definition of aging

Noun

Standing water from birdbaths, bright flowering plants, fruit trees, and untreated wood are all attractive features, adds Jim McHale, president of JP McHale Pest Management.

— Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 12 July 2026
Most systems rely on horizontal or angled training to promote lateral growth of flowering stems.

— Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 11 July 2026

Definition of flowering

Verb

And Bobby Portis was that Bucks team’s energetic sixth man, and can fill the same role in Miami, if not provide more because the 30-year-old has spent the past five seasons maturing in that exact role.

— Omar Kelly July 16, Miami Herald, 16 July 2026
Research shows that the brain finishes developing and maturing in the mid to late 20s.

— Jason Phillips, USA Today, 15 July 2026

Definition of maturing

Verb

For the trap to be effective, it must be put up before the figs start ripening.

— Nadia Hassani, The Spruce, 11 July 2026
Apples and blackberries are a quintessential flavor pairing during the shoulder season when the summer is beginning to wind down, wild blackberries are ripening, and early apples are being harvested.

— Anna Kovel, Martha Stewart, 10 July 2026

Definition of ripening

Verb

Gulf states are looking on with growing apprehension as the conflict between Iran and the US escalates again.

— Jomana Karadsheh, CNN Money, 19 July 2026
Instacart also said the fast-growing brands are mostly premium, better-for-you pints, including Alec's Ice Cream, Rebel, Straus Family Creamery and Van Leeuwen.

— Gabe Hauari, USA Today, 18 July 2026

Definition of growing

Verb

Cooperating for the benefit of our families, our communities and our cities, states and nation is what’s kept us progressing as a society.

— Kirk McClure, Fortune, 14 July 2026
Interior Secretary Doug Burgum recently offered insight into the project, describing the work as progressing quickly.

— Tiago Ventura, Time, 14 July 2026

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