Synonyms for
Succeeding
Definition
Succeeding means coming after or following someone or something.
Synonyms & similar words
Synonyms by register
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Antonyms
Common collocations
- succeeding generations
- succeeding chapters
- succeeding years
- succeeding attempts
- succeeding in life
- succeeding against odds
- succeeding the throne
Word family
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
- The succeeding chapter will be more interesting than this one.
- The new president will be succeeding the current one.
- In succeeding years, the company grew in size and profits.
- 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