owing

/ˈoʊɪŋ/

Definitions

1. verb

debt or liability; to have a debt or obligation to someone

“You are owing your friend $100 for the concert tickets.”

2. noun

something owed or due; a debt or obligation

“He has a lot of owing to his family after the accident.”

3. verb (past tense of owe)

belonging to or due to someone

“This house is owing a new coat of paint.”

4. adverb

in a manner that is worthy of praise

“She sings beautifully, and her voice is owing to her many hours of practice.”

Synonyms

  • debted
  • indebted

Antonyms

  • paid
  • settled