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Synonyms & Antonyms of surrounding
(Entry 1 of 2)
as in embracing, encircling
Synonyms & Near Synonyms for surrounding
- bounding,
- circumjacent,
- embracing,
- encircling,
- enclosing
- (also inclosing),
- fencing,
- rimming
Antonyms & Near Antonyms for surrounding
surrounding
verbpresent participle of surround
Synonyms of surrounding (Entry 2 of 2)
to form a circle around
- she was surrounded by cheering fans within moments of scoring the winning goal
Synonyms for surrounding
- circling,
- compassing,
- embracing,
- encircling,
- enclosing
- (also inclosing),
- encompassing,
- environing,
- girding,
- girdling,
- ringing,
- wreathing
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