Synonyms of shadowing

shadowing 1 of 2

noun

as in pursuit

the act of going after or in the tracks of another

the submarine's relentless shadowing of the destroyer

Synonyms & Similar Words

• pursuit
• tracking
• tracing
• tailing
• trailing
• chasing
• search
• tagging
• pursuing
• chase
• following
• dogging
• hounding
• hot pursuit
• track
• trail
• path
• seeking
• tagging along

shadowing

2 of 2

verb

present participle of shadow

1

as in chasing

to go after or on the track of

shadowing the suspect to see what he was up to

Synonyms & Similar Words

• chasing
• tracking
• pursuing
• escorting
• following
• tracing
• tailing
• trailing
• accompanying
• tagging
• dogging
• hounding
• watching
• running after
• coursing
• bird-dogging
• running
• hunting
• observing
• seeking
• chaperoning
• eyeing
• searching (for)

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• leading
• guiding
• piloting
• heading

2

as in obscuring

to make dark, dim, or indistinct

thickening clouds shadowed the countryside

Synonyms & Similar Words

• obscuring
• darkening
• blurring
• blackening
• overshadowing
• dimming
• clouding
• shrouding
• overcasting
• hazing
• shading
• misting
• fogging
• concealing
• beclouding
• hiding
• dislimning
• covering
• overclouding
• masking
• bedimming
• blearing
• obliterating
• eclipsing
• fuzzing (up)
• befogging
• adumbrating
• camouflaging
• screening
• blotting out
• cloaking
• disguising
• veiling
• curtaining

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• illuminating
• brightening
• lightening
• lighting (up)
• exposing
• revealing
• uncovering
• illumining
• unveiling

3

as in shading

to shelter (something) from light and heat

a pathway shadowed by a canopy of arching branches

Synonyms & Similar Words

• shading
• protecting
• covering
• overshadowing
• dimming
• darkening
• clouding
• overcasting
• dulling
• screening
• canopying

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• lighting
• illuminating
• exposing
• lightening

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of shadowing

Noun

Job descriptions are abstract, but shadowing provides a realistic look at the day-to-day reality. — Vikram Joshi, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026

Students interested in medicine often write predictable essays about hospital shadowing. — Gerald Bradshaw, Chicago Tribune, 22 June 2026

That shift is evident across the board, from espresso and chocolate-toned brunettes to creamier, buttery blondes with soft shadowing, and reds that lean into gentle auburns with warm golden reflection. — Amanda Le, InStyle, 24 May 2026

The algorithms, Zhu explained, filter out unwanted noise such as moonlight reflections, auroral light, the shadowing by clouds and vegetation, and even differences caused by the viewing angle of the satellite during different passes. — Tereza Pultarova, Space.com, 9 Apr. 2026

Ryswyk also praised the relationships McCaulsky has built with automotive industry partners for students to do job shadowing, work part-time while in school or find full-time careers after graduation. — Morgan Matzen, Sioux Falls Argus Leader, 24 Feb. 2026

The rest of Robbie’s makeup was light and even-toned, comprised of subtle shadowing under her eyes and blushed lips. — Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 29 Jan. 2026

Saleh said shadowing a specific receiver tends to be easier for the cornerback doing the shadowing than the rest of the secondary, which must adjust and compensate in term of responsibility and technique. — Jerry McDonald, Mercury News, 31 Dec. 2025

The British military carried out a similar shadowing operation in July, after spotting the Russian sub Novorossiysk in its territorial waters. — CBS News, 12 Dec. 2025

Verb

Wizards guard Jamir Watkins picked up nine fouls while shadowing Peterson much of the game. — Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 10 July 2026

Hampton offered advice for incoming students who are looking to apply for the program through CMS, pointing out that working through internships and shadowing opportunities are the first step. — Zaire Breedlove, Charlotte Observer, 9 July 2026

Many schools also offer career fairs and job shadowing opportunities. — Matthew Simoneau, The Conversation, 22 June 2026

Each of the members has experience either directing episodic television or shadowing episodic directors on set. — Arushi Jacob, Variety, 11 June 2026

This same behavior now appears to extend into space, with Russia’s launch of several military spacecraft shadowing the US government’s most sophisticated spy satellites in low-Earth orbit several hundred miles above the planet. — Beth Mole, ArsTechnica, 22 May 2026

The Colts’ game plan will likely start with trying to contain Jackson with a linebacker and/or safety shadowing him on every play. — James Boyd, New York Times, 15 May 2026

Climb employees can access programs for emerging leaders, mentorship connections, job shadowing opportunities, and financial wellness initiatives, and can even become certified credit union financial counselors. — Sponsored Content, Denver Post, 13 May 2026

Flockhill, a working sheep station in New Zealand with top-notch food and accommodations, says guests rank its farm tours, which include shadowing the shepherds and viewing lambing and shearing, as the highlight of their stay. — Jen Murphy, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Apr. 2026