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UK//ˈplɒdɪŋ//US//ˈplɑːdɪŋ//

Meaning of Plodding

Moving or working in a slow, heavy way.

In simple words: Moving slowly and with difficulty.

Plodding in a sentence

  • The horse was plodding slowly up the hill.
  • He spent a plodding afternoon working on his report.
  • Plodding through the assignment, she felt the weight of fatigue.
  • The plodding pace of the movie made it hard to stay interested.
  • After a plodding start, the runners began to pick up speed.

How to use Plodding

Often used to describe slow or heavy movement, can depict a monotonous pace or tedious work. Not typically used in formal writing.

Grammar pattern

plodding + object

Memory hint

Think of a person 'plodding' along in deep mud, struggling to walk.

Related words

Collocations with Plodding

  • plodding pace
  • plodding along
  • plodding work
  • plodding journey
  • plodding through

Synonyms for Plodding

  • trudging
  • treading
  • plodding along
  • laboring
  • toiling

Opposites of Plodding

Common mistakes with Plodding

  • Confused with 'plodded' (past tense) when describing current actions.
  • Omitting the context – may forget to specify what is plodding.
  • Mixing up with 'plodder', which refers to a person who plods.

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Frequently asked questions about Plodding

What does Plodding mean?

Moving slowly and with difficulty.

What is the definition of Plodding?

Moving or working in a slow, heavy way.

How do you use Plodding in a sentence?

The horse was plodding slowly up the hill.

Can you give another example of Plodding?

He spent a plodding afternoon working on his report.

What are synonyms for Plodding?

Common alternatives include trudging, treading, plodding along, laboring, toiling.

What is the opposite of Plodding?

Opposite meanings include quick, swift, speedy.

What words go with Plodding?

It commonly pairs with plodding pace, plodding along, plodding work, plodding journey, plodding through.

What are common mistakes when using Plodding?

Confused with 'plodded' (past tense) when describing current actions. Omitting the context – may forget to specify what is plodding. Mixing up with 'plodder', which refers to a person who plods.

How do you pronounce Plodding?

US: //ˈplɑːdɪŋ//, UK: //ˈplɒdɪŋ//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Plodding?

Often used to describe slow or heavy movement, can depict a monotonous pace or tedious work. Not typically used in formal writing.