hovering

Definitions

Remaining in one place in the air, as a bird, insect, or helicopter.

Staying close to a person or place in a lingering, often anxious or expectant manner.

Remaining at or near a particular level or state without significant change.

Examples

The hummingbird was hovering near the bright red flowers in the garden.

A sense of uncertainty was hovering over the meeting as the team waited for the final decision.

Synonyms

floating levitating drifting poised hanging loitering lingering

Antonyms

sinking falling landing descending plunging dropping settling