Synonyms for

Headed

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

Definition

Going or traveling in a particular direction.

Synonyms & similar words

headless head manoeuver point guide maneuver channelise lead headup direct channelize unheaded steer manoeuvre bound directed aimed set pointed steered guided led moved proceeded advancing progressing driving pushing shoving dispatched sent despatched initiated started

Synonyms by register

Formal

directed oriented proceeding advancing

Informal

going moving bound for off to

Literary

bent wending

Antonyms

tail rear back end bottom

Common collocations

  • headed north
  • headed south
  • headed east
  • headed west
  • headed home
  • headed for trouble
  • headed in the right direction
  • headed out

Word family

noun head
verb head
adjective headed

Usage note

Often used in phrases indicating direction or destination. Can also describe a characteristic, as in 'large-headed'.

Example sentences

  1. I am headed to the store.
  2. He is headed to the library.
  3. We are headed to the beach.
  4. She is headed to the office.
  5. They are headed to the park.

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