Synonyms for

Planning

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

Definition

Planning means the process of making plans for something.

Synonyms & similar words

preparation plan contrive provision design project beafter arranging designing preparing organizing plotting scheming devising formulating projecting conceiving blueprinting outlining drafting charting programming proposing contemplating forecasting

Synonyms by register

Formal

strategizing forecasting scheduling outlining

Informal

figuring out working out plotting scheming

Literary

contrivance design forethought

Antonyms

improvisation spontaneity randomness haphazardness unpreparedness chance

Common collocations

  • business planning
  • strategic planning
  • urban planning
  • financial planning
  • project planning
  • long-term planning
  • short-term planning
  • careful planning

Word family

noun planning
verb plan
adjective planned
adverb plannably

Usage note

While 'planning' often refers to detailed preparation, it can also imply a more general intention or scheme. Be mindful of the context to distinguish between meticulous organization and mere intention.

Example sentences

  1. She is planning her summer vacation.
  2. The company is planning to launch a new product.
  3. I am planning to study abroad next year.
  4. The school is planning a field trip for the students.
  5. She spent hours planning the perfect wedding.

Quotes

  • A goal without a plan is just a wish. - Antoine de Saint-Exupéry
  • Failing to plan is planning to fail. - Alan Lakein
  • By failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail. - Benjamin Franklin

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