drifting

verb/adjective

Pronunciation: /ˈdrɪftɪŋ/

Definition

Moving slowly or aimlessly, often carried along by a current of water, air, or shifting circumstances.

Examples

• The abandoned raft was drifting aimlessly across the calm lake.

• Snow was drifting against the front door, blocking our exit.

• He spent his twenties drifting from one temporary job to another without a clear plan.

How to Use drifting

drift off (phrasal verb)

to fall asleep gradually — "I drifted off during the movie."

drift apart (phrasal verb)

to gradually lose a close relationship — "The two friends slowly drifted apart after moving to different cities."

Synonyms of drifting

Words with a similar meaning to drifting:

• floating
• wandering
• meandering
• roaming

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