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Definition of designing

designing

/dɪˈzaɪnɪŋ/
de · sign · ing
Adverb:designingly
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designing Lexical Profile

designing Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

The art, process, or occupation of conceiving and planning the form, structure, or appearance of buildings, garments, products, or visual works.

Example

"She studied costume designing at a prestigious arts academy in London before working in theater."

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• adjective

1

Acting in a calculating, deceitful, or scheming way to achieve one's own ends.

Example

"The novel portrays the advisor as a cold, designing opportunist who manipulates the royal family for personal gain."

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Word Nuance & Usage

As a standalone adjective describing a person, "designing" does not mean creative or artistic; instead, it carries a distinctly negative meaning of being calculating, scheming, or manipulative.

• Rhymes for designing

• Nearby Words

designator
designee
designer
designing
desirability
desirable
desirably

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Designing. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/designing
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