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Gaining
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Simple meaning
What does Gaining mean?
Gaining means getting or increasing.
Dictionary definition
Getting, earning, or increasing something right now or over time.
Example sentences
Gaining in a sentence
easy
The puppy is gaining weight as it grows.
medium
The class is gaining confidence with each practice round.
hard
The idea is gaining support because more people understand its benefits.
Synonyms
Words like Gaining
earningGetting through effort.
increasingBecoming larger.
obtainingGetting something.
Antonyms
Opposite words
losingNo longer having something.
decreasingBecoming smaller.
Word family
Gaining word family
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Practice 1
What does gaining mean?
Gaining shows that something is being received or increasing.
Practice 2
Which sentence uses gaining correctly?
This sentence uses gaining to mean increasing over time.
Practice 3
Which word or phrase is closest in meaning to gaining?
Increasing is closest because gaining can mean becoming larger in amount.
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