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crack vs cracking

cracking vs crack

crack and cracking both are nouns.

crack and cracking both are adjectives.

crack is a verb but cracking is not a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
crack Yes Yes Yes No
cracking Yes Yes No No
As nouns, crack and cracking are synonyms defined as:
  • crack and cracking: the act of cracking something
Other synonyms of crack include fracture.
As nouns, crack and cracking are synonyms defined as:
  • crack and cracking: a sudden sharp noise
Other synonyms of crack include snap.
crack (noun) cracking (noun)
the act of cracking something the act of cracking something
a usually brief attempt a sudden sharp noise
a narrow opening the process whereby heavy molecules of naphtha or petroleum are broken down into hydrocarbons of lower molecular weight (especially in the oil-refining process)
a purified and potent form of cocaine that is smoked rather than snorted; highly addictive
a blemish resulting from a break without complete separation of the parts
witty remark
a sudden sharp noise
a long narrow cleft
a long narrow depression in a surface
a chance to do something
crack (adjective) cracking (adjective)
of the highest quality excellent
crack (verb) cracking (verb)
break suddenly and abruptly, as under tension
become fractured; break or crack on the surface only
break partially but keep its integrity
cause to become cracked
reduce (petroleum) to a simpler compound by cracking
break into simpler molecules by means of heat
pass through (a barrier)
tell spontaneously
hit forcefully; deal a hard blow, making a cracking noise
suffer a nervous breakdown
make a sharp sound
make a very sharp explosive sound
gain unauthorized access computers with malicious intentions
Difference between crack and cracking

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