Gaining
/ˈɡeɪnɪŋ/
Definitions
3 meaningsTo obtain or achieve something beneficial, often through effort or advantage.
/ˈɡeɪnɪŋ/
To obtain or secure something desirable.
She is gaining experience in her new role.
💡 Simply: Imagine you're playing a game, and you get a point. That's like gaining. It's getting something good, like winning points, knowledge, or even a friend!
👶 For kids: Getting something you want, like getting a new toy!
More Examples
The athlete worked hard to gain muscle mass.
The protesters gained support for their cause.
How It's Used
"The company is gaining market share."
"He's gaining strength after his illness."
To increase in size, weight, or volume.
/ˈɡeɪnɪŋ/
To increase in weight or size.
She is gaining weight because she eats too many sweets.
💡 Simply: Imagine you're eating food. Your body might get bigger. That's like gaining weight or gaining height when you grow!
👶 For kids: Getting bigger or more of something!
More Examples
The plant is gaining height every day.
The balloon is gaining volume as it inflates.
How It's Used
"He's gaining weight."
"The plant is gaining height rapidly."
To advance towards or reach something.
/ˈɡeɪnɪŋ/
To move towards or reach something.
The car is gaining speed.
💡 Simply: Imagine a race. The runner who is coming closer to the other person is gaining on them. It's like getting closer to something, like the finish line!
👶 For kids: Getting closer to something!
More Examples
The police are gaining on the suspect.
The team is gaining ground in the competition.
How It's Used
"The runner is gaining on the leader."
"She is gaining speed."
Synonyms
Achieve
Acquire
Attain
Collect
Earn
Accumulate
Enlarge
Expand
Advance
Approach
From Middle English gaynen, from Old English gegān (to go, obtain), from Proto-Germanic *ga- (intensifier) + *gāną (to go).
The word 'gaining' has been used in various contexts throughout history, ranging from military advancements to financial profits and personal growth.
Memory tip
Think of *gaining* as getting. Like getting something you want or need, such as money or strength.