Pronunciation

/proʊˈsiːd/

Definitions

• Verb: (n) To begin or continue an action in a planned or organized manner; advance or proceed with something. (v) To carry out a process or step, often after another has been completed. (adj) Characterizing or relating to the act of proceeding or progression.

Phrases

• “Proceed with caution” means to be careful when continuing.
• “Proceed to the next step” indicates moving on in a sequence.
• “In due course, we will proceed” signifies that something will happen at an appropriate time.

Example Sentences

• Verb: “After finishing her homework, she proceeded to clean her room.”
• Adj: “The meeting proceeded smoothly, without any interruptions.”
• Adv: “Please proceed to the registration desk.”

Synonyms

• Advance
• Move forward
• Continue
• Commence
• Progress
• Begin
• Go ahead
• Carry on

Antonyms

• Retreat
• Stop
• Delay
• Interrupt
• Halt