What is another word for falling all over?

Pronunciation: [fˈɔːlɪŋ ˈɔːl ˈə͡ʊvə] (IPA)

"Falling all over" is an idiom that denotes someone continuously tripping over themselves or being overly affectionate towards someone else. There are several synonyms for this phrase, including stumbling, fawning, smothering, gushing, spilling, and cascading. "Stumbling" denotes physically losing control, causing someone to trip or fall. "Fawning" is used to depict someone who excessively seeks approval or admiration. "Smothering" implies covering or suffocating someone with excessive attention. "Gushing" connotes an effusive outpouring of emotions. "Spilling" suggests someone who is clumsy or loses control. Lastly, "cascading" describes something rapidly descending and getting out of control. All these synonyms add depth and variety to the idiom "falling all over".

What are the hypernyms for Falling all over?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

What are the opposite words for falling all over?

Falling all over is a phrase used to describe someone who is excessively flattering or admiring another person. The opposite or antonym for falling all over is being indifferent or nonchalant towards someone. This means showing little or no interest or emotion towards another person. Another antonym could be being critical or dismissive of someone. This means finding faults or flaws in another person and expressing negative opinions about them. In contrast to falling all over, being indifferent or critical can be seen as more genuine and sincere in relationships or social interactions.

What are the antonyms for Falling all over?

Famous quotes with Falling all over

  • I learned that you don't have to be all over the place, that you can be subtle and you can say what you say. The words that you put together can be just as hilarious as falling all over the place or doing something.
    Mike Epps
  • I was going to shave it. It went in two parts. I got a bob first but it kept falling all over my face. Then it was off, short. The main reason it was long was because my mother cut it short when I was little and I was trying to make up for that.
    Cathy Freeman

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