leaping

ADJECTIVE

jumping

Synonyms

STRONG

active animated beating bouncing bounding dynamic hopping hurdling irregular pulsating quaking quivering shaking skipping springing throbbing trembling

WEAK

buoyant lively unsteady vibrant

Antonyms

STRONG

inactive

NOUN

jump

Synonyms

STRONGEST

bounce dive drop fall hurdle plunge rise upsurge vault

STRONG

bob bound buck canter caper capriole dance gambol hop hopping jerk jolt leapfrog leapfrogging lurch nosedive plummet pounce saltation shock skip skipping spring start swerve twitch wrench

WEAK

gambade upspring

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

They were more enthused by Golden, leaping up and down until Wembley's foundations shook.

From BBC • Jun. 13, 2026

The end on Wednesday proved to be Anunoby leaping to control the rebound of Brunson's shot and slot it home.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

But as the stadium fell silent, the ball kept sailing — and it eventually cleared the wall over leaping Bruins right fielder Jarrod Hocking.

From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026

And so lawmakers in both chambers have been leaping over each other this week to introduce their ballroom bills.

From Slate • Apr. 28, 2026

Torak turned to see the cub leaping for cover beneath an arch of solid ice.

From "Wolf Brother" by Michelle Paver

leaping

Example Sentences

Related Words