falling
Pronunciation: [ˈfɔːlɪŋ]
Context: "movement"
(verb) to move downwards from a higher place due to gravity. This happens when something loses its balance or is dropped.
Example
The leaves are falling from the trees in autumn.
Example
The leaves are not falling off the trees; they are staying green and healthy.
Example
Why are the apples falling from the tree?
Context: "change"
(verb) to decrease in amount, level, or quality. This is what happens when something becomes less than it was before.
Example
The temperature is falling as winter approaches.
Example
The temperature is not falling; it remains warm for this time of year.
Example
Is the price of the toys falling after the holiday season?
Context: "emotion"
(verb) to become attracted to someone romantically. This happens when you start to have feelings for someone special.
Example
She is falling in love with her best friend.
Example
He is not falling for the idea that they should move away.
Example
Are you falling for someone new this year?
Context: "movement"
(noun) the action of coming down from a higher to a lower position. This word can describe when someone or something is in the process of going down.
Example
The falling of the raindrops created a soothing sound.
Example
The falling of the leaves isn't happening right now—it’s too early for autumn.
Example
What sound do you hear during the falling of rain?