“Mending” is the present participle or gerund form of the verb “mend,” which refers to the act of repairing, fixing, or improving something that is broken or damaged. It often involves physical repairs, such as sewing up a tear in clothing, or more metaphorical “repairs,” such as healing emotional wounds or fixing relationships. The term can also imply the process of getting better, particularly in the context of health or personal well-being. “Mending” suggests an ongoing process of correction or restoration.
Synonyms for “Mending”:
- Repairing
- Fixing
- Restoring
- Rebuilding
- Reviving
- Healing
- Rectifying
- Reconditioning
- Renovating
- Reparing
10 Sentences Using “Mending”:
- She spent the afternoon mending her broken umbrella.
- The doctor said the patient is still mending but will be fine soon.
- After the argument, they focused on mending their relationship.
- I was busy mending the fence in the backyard all weekend.
- The tailor is mending the hem of my dress for the wedding.
- It took months of mending before their friendship was fully restored.
- His broken arm is mending well after the surgery.
- She’s mending her broken heart slowly after the breakup.
- He’s still mending from the disappointment of losing the job.
- The old wooden chair was mending well after being glued back together.
Synonyms for “Mending” (Extended List):
- Repairing
- Fixing
- Restoring
- Rebuilding
- Reviving
- Healing
- Rectifying
- Reconditioning
- Renovating
- Reassembling
- Patching
- Rejuvenating
Antonyms for “Mending”:
- Breaking
- Damaging
- Destroying
- Ruining
- Worsening
- Deteriorating
- Aggravating
- Injuring
- Disrupting
- Decaying
Phrasal Verbs Related to “Mending”:
- Mend one’s ways (to improve one’s behavior or habits)
- Mend fences (to repair a relationship or resolve a dispute)
Idiomatic Expressions Related to “Mending”:
- “Mend fences” – To repair or restore a relationship, especially after a conflict.
- “Mend one’s ways” – To change negative or undesirable behavior.
