Synonyms for

Proceeding

Verb / prʌˈsi:dɪŋ / / prəʊˈsi:dɪŋ / Another word for proceeding — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

An event or a series of activities involving a particular group of people.

Synonyms & similar words

proceedings goon goforward move continue go carryon legalproceeding goalong discontinue keep proceed procession activity progression sequence course protocol transaction proceeds steps conduct affair episode event procedure routine series transaction act measures mechanism

Synonyms by register

Formal

continuation advancement progression development

Informal

going on carrying on moving along happening

Literary

onward march flow course

Antonyms

halt stop cease desist pause delay interrupt

Common collocations

  • legal proceedings
  • court proceedings
  • proceedings of the conference
  • formal proceedings
  • business proceedings
  • daily proceedings
  • ongoing proceedings

Word family

noun proceeding
verb proceed
adjective proceeding

Usage note

The noun 'proceeding' often refers to a series of actions or events, especially in a legal context. As a present participle, it describes an action that is currently happening.

Example sentences

  1. The proceeding was a success.
  2. The proceeding was a disaster.
  3. The proceeding was long and boring.
  4. The legal proceeding lasted for months.
  5. The proceeding was filled with excitement.

Quotes

  • In every proceeding, we must consider the impact on the children.
  • The legal proceeding was a long and difficult process.
  • The proceeding was a testament to the hard work of everyone involved.

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