staring
Translation
staring
Examples
Staring is considered rude in many cultures.
Staring is considered rude in many cultures.
His constant staring made her feel nervous.
His constant staring made her feel nervous.
Grammar Patterns
((staring)) is + adjective to describe the act of staring. Staring is impolite.
((sb.'s)) staring to refer to a specific person's act of staring. Her intense staring was unsettling.
Similar Words
gazing, gaping, glaring
Etymology
The gerund form of the verb 'to stare', from Old English 'starian'.
Memory Tips
It's the action (-ing) of the verb 'to stare'. If you stare, you are staring.