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sowing

[soh-ing]

sowing Definition

  • 1the act of planting seeds in the ground in order to grow crops
  • 2the act of introducing an idea or attitude into people's minds

Using sowing: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "sowing" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The sowing of wheat usually takes place in October.

  • Example

    The sowing of discord among the group members led to their eventual downfall.

  • Example

    The sowing of the seeds of democracy in the country was a long and difficult process.

sowing Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for sowing

Phrases with sowing

  • you eventually have to face the consequences of your actions

    Example

    If you cheat on your exams, you'll reap what you sow when you fail the course.

  • to do something that will cause a particular result in the future

    Example

    The new policy is designed to sow the seeds of economic growth for years to come.

  • sow one's wild oats

    to have a period of wild behavior before settling down

    Example

    He spent his twenties sowing his wild oats before finally getting married at thirty.

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Summary: sowing in Brief

Sowing [soh-ing] refers to the act of planting seeds in the ground to grow crops or introducing an idea or attitude into people's minds. Examples include 'The sowing of wheat usually takes place in October' and 'The sowing of discord among the group members led to their eventual downfall.' Phrases like 'reap what you sow' and 'sow the seeds of something' are also commonly used.