10+ Synonyms for Flying & Similar Words
Definition of flying
- adjective
- moving swiftly; "fast-flying planes"; "played the difficult passage with flying fingers"
- hurried and brief; "paid a flying visit"; "took a flying glance at the book"; "a quick inspection"; "a fast visit"
- noun
- an instance of traveling by air; "flying was still an exciting adventure for him"
10 synonyms found
Writing tips for "flying"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like fast, flaring, flight can replace "flying" 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 10 alternatives available, "flying" 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.
"Flying" in song lyrics
See how flying is used in real songs:
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"aeronautically Aaron is I, Aaron is high, Aaron is flying"
Aceyalone — Deep and Wide -
"Bullets flying"
Dre Dog (Andre Nickatina) — Show Gone Wrong -
"Shoe bombs on airplanes but I'm still flying"
Annakin Slayd — Alive
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What are synonyms for flying?
- Synonyms for flying include: fast, flaring, flight, fluttering, hurried, mobile, moving, quick, waving, winged.
- How many synonyms does flying have?
- Flying has 10 synonyms.