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impending

adjective
/ɪmˈpɛndɪŋ/

Meaning

about to happen soon, usually something unpleasant or threatening

Example Sentences

The villagers were worried about the impending flood.

Example Expressions

impending doom

Synonyms

approaching, forthcoming, imminent, looming, near

Antonyms

distant, remote, unlikely

Collocations

impending doom, impending disaster, impending crisis, impending danger

Related Vocabularies

Happening or doing something at the agreed or proper time; on time.
Difficult or impossible to manage, control, or solve.
shared or done together; combined or united
completed or brought to an end
under the influence of alcohol; drunk
pleasant; enjoyable; delightful; willing to agree

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