Synonyms for

Succeeding

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

Definition

Succeeding means coming after or following someone or something.

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Common collocations

  • succeeding generations
  • succeeding chapters
  • succeeding years
  • succeeding attempts
  • succeeding in life
  • succeeding against odds
  • succeeding the throne

Word family

noun success
verb succeed
adjective successful

Usage note

Often used in phrases like 'succeeding generations' to refer to those that come after. Can also mean achieving a desired outcome.

Example sentences

  1. The succeeding chapter will be more interesting than this one.
  2. The new president will be succeeding the current one.
  3. In succeeding years, the company grew in size and profits.
  4. I am confident in succeeding in my new job.

Quotes

  • Success is not final, failure is not fatal: It is the courage to continue that counts. - Winston Churchill
  • Success is not the key to happiness. Happiness is the key to success. If you love what you are doing, you will be successful. - Albert Schweitzer
  • Success is not how high you have climbed, but how you make a positive difference to the world. - Roy T. Bennett

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