Synonyms for

Project

Verb / ˈprɑ:dʒekt / / prʌˈdʒekt / Another word for project — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A project is a task or assignment that one works on for a period of time to create something new or complete a goal.

Synonyms & similar words

figure envision sendoff labor see undertaking contrive picture propose externalize task design jutout image plan jut cast projection externalise visualise stickout protrude fancy throw visualize assignment task job undertaking enterprise venture plan proposal program initiative operation task duty chore responsibility mission goal objective aim ambition

Synonyms by register

Formal

undertaking endeavor initiative scheme

Informal

gig job task thing

Literary

design conception enterprise

Antonyms

recede retreat withdraw halt cease abandon

Common collocations

  • project management
  • project plan
  • project proposal
  • project team
  • project deadline
  • project scope
  • project success

Word family

noun project
verb project
adjective projected
adverb projectively

Usage note

The noun 'project' refers to a planned piece of work, while the verb 'project' means to throw or cast forward, or to estimate or forecast. Be mindful of the context to avoid confusion.

Example sentences

  1. I have a project to build a birdhouse for my backyard.
  2. Our school project is to create a diorama of a rainforest.
  3. The construction workers are working on a project to build a new bridge.
  4. I need to finish my project before the deadline.
  5. The companys latest project is to develop a new mobile app.

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