Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word To move forward or continue with an action or task.
Proceed
/prəˈsiːd/Synonyms:
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Examples:
The work was proceeding apace.
'Now, wait a bit, Boffin,' Wegg proceeded, 'there is something more.
Mr. Squires proceeded to explain that this hotel was very strict.
Etymology:
Originating in the late Middle English, from Old French proceder, derived from Latin procedere, which means to go forward, advance. Its root components are pro meaning forward and cedere meaning to go.
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