Synonyms for

Goes

Verb / gəʊz / Another word for goes — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Third-person singular simple present indicative form of go

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

proceeds advances progresses moves

Informal

heads runs jets zips

Literary

journeys wends travels

Antonyms

stops arrives remains pauses stays halts

Common collocations

  • goes away
  • goes out
  • goes on
  • goes back
  • goes up
  • goes down
  • goes through
  • goes along

Word family

noun going
verb go
adjective going
adverb going

Usage note

The word 'goes' is the third-person singular present tense of 'go'. It is a highly versatile verb with many idiomatic uses.

Example sentences

  1. He goes to the park with his dog.
  2. She goes to the grocery store on Saturdays.
  3. The bird goes from tree to tree looking for food.
  4. The car goes fast on the highway.
  5. The train goes through the tunnel and into the city.

Quotes

  • Life goes on - John Lennon
  • The show must go on. - Queen
  • Go confidently in the direction of your dreams. - Henry David Thoreau

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