Meaning & Definition of word "Impending"

Impending

/ɪmˈpɛndɪŋ/

adjective:

  • 1. About to happen; imminent.
    • Example: The dark clouds signaled the impending storm.
  • 2. Likely to occur soon.
    • Example: She was worried about the impending deadline for her project.
  • 3. Threatening to happen.
    • Example: The impending crisis required immediate action from the government.
  • 4. Approaching in a way that is unavoidable.
    • Example: He felt a sense of dread about the impending changes in his job.

Etymology

From Latin 'impendere', meaning 'to hang over, threaten'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

impending doom:

A sense or feeling that something catastrophic is about to occur.

impending crisis:

A situation that is rapidly approaching a point of difficulty or danger.

impending changes:

Upcoming modifications or adjustments that are expected to occur soon.

Related Words

imminent:

About to happen or imminent, often used in a negative context.

threatening:

Suggesting a danger or harm that is likely to happen.

Slang Meanings of impending

Meaning: On the horizon

Example Sentence: He's got some big decisions on the horizon.

Meaning: On deck

Example Sentence: I have a few projects on deck that need to be finished soon.