Synonyms for

Onto

Verb / ˈɑ:ntu: / / ˈɔ:ntu: / Another word for onto — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

On or upon; to a position on the surface of something

Synonyms & similar words

upon over above across to toward on in against

Synonyms by register

Formal

upon atop

Informal

on top of on

Literary

above over

Antonyms

off away from beneath under below

Common collocations

  • move onto
  • step onto
  • climb onto
  • jump onto
  • fall onto
  • place onto
  • get onto

Word family

adverb onto

Usage note

Often used to indicate movement to a surface or position. It is generally considered informal and 'on' is often preferred in formal writing.

Example sentences

  1. The cat jumped onto the couch.
  2. I put the book onto the shelf.
  3. He stepped onto the stage and began to sing.
  4. The ball rolled onto the street and almost got hit by a car.
  5. I poured the milk onto my cereal.

Quotes

  • Happiness is not something ready made. It comes from your own actions. -Dalai Lama XIV
  • I can't change the direction of the wind, but I can adjust my sails to always reach my destination. -Jimmy Dean
  • Believe you can and you're halfway there. -Theodore Roosevelt

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