Synonyms for Breathing
Definition of breathing
adjective
- passing or able to pass air in and out of the lungs normally; sometimes used in combination; "the boy was disappointed to find only skeletons instead of living breathing dinosaurs"; "the heavy-breathing person on the telephone"
noun
- the bodily process of inhalation and exhalation; the process of taking in oxygen from inhaled air and releasing carbon dioxide by exhalation
9 synonyms found
Writing tips for "breathing"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like breathed, exhaling, inhaling can replace "breathing" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
With 9 alternatives available, "breathing" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.
"Breathing" in song lyrics
See how breathing is used in real songs:
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"Happy to be breathing.."
Aesop Rock — Keep Off the Lawn -
"could I postpone the breathing"
All Natural — Godspeed -
"Rocked a gold anchor at the dock of his breathing"
Almighty f/ 60 Second Assassin — Dead Flowers