What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
lunging
Example
The boxer lunged forward with a powerful punch. [lunged: past tense]
Example
The fencer made a lunge towards his opponent. [lunge: noun]
plunging
Example
The rollercoaster went plunging down the steep hill. [plunging: present participle]
Example
She took a deep breath before plunging into the cold water. [plunging: gerund]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Plunging is more commonly used than lunging in everyday language. Plunging has a wider range of contexts and can be used in various situations, while lunging is more specific to sports or martial arts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between lunging and plunging?
Both lunging and plunging are neutral in terms of formality and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
