KICKING: Synonyms and Related Words. What is Another Word for KICKING?

Need another word that means the same as “kicking”? Find 12 synonyms and 30 related words for “kicking” in this overview.

The synonyms of “Kicking” are: in fashion, in vogue, voguish, popular, up to date, up to the minute, modern, all the rage, modish, trendsetting, boot, kick

Kicking as a Noun

Definitions of "Kicking" as a noun

According to the Oxford Dictionary of English, “kicking” as a noun can have the following definitions:

• The act of delivering a blow with the foot.
• An assault in which the victim is kicked repeatedly.
• A rhythmic thrusting movement of the legs as in swimming or calisthenics.

Synonyms of "Kicking" as a noun (2 Words)

boot	A covering to protect the lower part of a horse’s leg. He got a boot in the stomach.
kick	Chiefly in rugby a player of specified kicking ability. He does it for kicks.

Usage Examples of "Kicking" as a noun

• The swimmer's kicking left a wake behind him.
• They gave him a good kicking.
• The team's kicking was excellent.

Kicking as an Adjective

Definitions of "Kicking" as an adjective

According to the Oxford Dictionary of English, “kicking” as an adjective can have the following definitions:

• Lively and exciting.

Synonyms of "Kicking" as an adjective (10 Words)

all the rage	Completely given to or absorbed by.
in fashion	Holding office.
in vogue	Holding office.
modern	Belonging to the modern era since the Middle Ages. Matisse s contribution to modern art.
modish	In the current fashion or style. It seems sad that such a scholar should feel compelled to use this modish jargon.
popular	Representing or appealing to or adapted for the benefit of the people at large. Popular fiction.
trendsetting	Initiating or popularizing a trend.
up to date	Being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level.
up to the minute	Getting higher or more vigorous.
voguish	Elegant and stylish. He wore the costume of an art dealer from some voguish New York hangout of the late sixties.

Usage Examples of "Kicking" as an adjective

• Their seriously kicking debut, ‘Paradise.

Associations of "Kicking" (30 Words)

amusement	The state or experience of finding something funny. We looked with amusement at our horoscopes.
amusing	Arousing or provoking laughter. An amusing fellow.
biting	(of wit or criticism) harsh or cruel. He leant forward to protect himself against the biting wind.
boot	Kick give a boot to. Boot your computer.
entertaining	Providing amusement or enjoyment. Films should be entertaining.
exhilaration	A feeling of excitement, happiness, or elation. They felt the exhilaration of victory.
fun	A source of fun. She asked for money and then the fun began.
funny	Arousing or provoking laughter. There was something funny going on.
glad	Feeling happy appreciation. Glad to help.
happy	Used in greetings. I can t say they looked too happy about it but a deal s a deal.
hilarious	Extremely amusing. Hilarious broad comedy.
humor	The trait of appreciating and being able to express the humorous. She didn t appreciate my humor.
humorous	Having or showing a sense of humour. A humorous and entertaining talk.
humour	The ability to express humour or amuse other people. Her good humour vanished.
interesting	Arousing or holding the attention. It will be very interesting to see what they come up with.
jocular	Characterized by jokes and good humor. His voice was jocular.
joke	Tell a joke speak humorously. She was in a mood to tell jokes.
jolly	Full of or showing high-spirited merriment. He was a jolly man full of jokes.
jovial	Full of or showing high-spirited merriment- Wordsworth. A jovial old gentleman.
laugh	A facial expression characteristic of a person laughing. She decided to play along with him for a laugh.
laughing	Showing or feeling mirth or pleasure or happiness. Laughing children.
lively	Quick and energetic. This whole lively world.
merry	(of an occasion or season) characterized by festivity and enjoyment. Have a merry Christmas.
pleasure	A formal expression. The touch of his fingers gave her such pleasure.
quirky	Having or characterized by peculiar or unexpected traits or aspects. Her sense of humour was decidedly quirky.
repartee	Conversation or speech characterized by quick, witty comments or replies. Quick fire repartee.
slapstick	Acoustic device consisting of two paddles hinged together; used by an actor to make a loud noise without inflicting injury when striking someone. Slapstick humour.
tickle	Touch or stroke lightly. Dad gave my chin a little tickle.
vivacious	Attractively lively and animated (typically used of a woman. A charming and vivacious hostess.
witticism	A witty remark. Maurice roared with laughter at his own witticisms.