brewing Synonyms
Another word for brewing
• noun (Context 1)
The activity, craft, or commercial industry of producing beer, ale, or similar fermented beverages by steeping, boiling, and fermenting grains.
"The region has a centuries-old tradition of zymurgy that attracts visitors from around the world."
• verb (Context 2)
To make beer or ale by soaking, boiling, and fermenting malt and hops (present participle of brew).
"They have been fermenting their own craft ales in the basement for over five years."
• verb (Context 3)
To prepare a hot beverage such as tea or coffee by mixing or steeping its leaves or grounds in boiling water (present participle of brew).
"She is in the kitchen steeping a fresh pot of coffee for our guests."
• verb (Context 4)
To begin to form, gather, or threaten to occur, especially of a storm or an unwelcome situation (present participle of brew).
"Dark clouds on the horizon suggested that a fierce thunderstorm was developing."
• adjective (Context 5)
Threatening to develop, gather, or break out in the near future (especially of a storm, crisis, or conflict).
"The diplomatic team worked tirelessly to defuse the looming crisis before it escalated."
• noun (Context 6)
The quantity of beer, tea, or another beverage produced in a single batch.
"The master brewer tested a sample from the latest brew to check its flavor profile."
Opposites of brewing
The opposite of brewing shifts depending on context. Common opposites include: