Sprawling

Pronunciation: /ˈsprɔːlɪŋ/

Definitions of sprawling

adjective An adjective is a word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun. In this case, 'sprawling' describes something that is extensive or spread out over a large area.

Example Sentences

A1 The sprawling garden was filled with colorful flowers.

A2 We took a walk through the sprawling park and enjoyed the fresh air.

B1 The sprawling cityscape was a sight to behold from the top of the skyscraper.

B2 The sprawling metropolis was a maze of streets and buildings.

C1 The sprawling estate covered acres of land and included a mansion, stables, and a pool.

C2 The sprawling countryside was dotted with quaint villages and rolling hills.

Examples of sprawling in a Sentence

formal The city is known for its sprawling metropolis that covers a vast area.

informal I love driving through the sprawling countryside on the weekends.

slang The party was held at a sprawling mansion on the outskirts of town.

figurative Her thoughts were like a sprawling web, connecting various ideas and concepts.

Grammatical Forms of sprawling

• past tense: sprawled
• plural: sprawlings
• comparative: more sprawling
• superlative: most sprawling
• present tense: sprawls
• future tense: will sprawl
• perfect tense: has sprawled
• continuous tense: is sprawling
• singular: sprawling
• positive degree: sprawling
• infinitive: to sprawl
• gerund: sprawling
• participle: sprawling

Origin and Evolution of sprawling

First Known Use: 0015 year

Language of Origin: Middle English

Story behind the word: The word 'sprawling' originated from the Middle English word 'spreawlen' which meant to spread out or stretch out limbs in a relaxed or awkward manner.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'sprawling' has come to also describe something that is extensive, disorganized, or spreading out in a haphazard manner.