Synonyms for

Underway

Verb / ˌʌndɜ:ˈweɪ / Another word for underway — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Underway means in progress or happening now, especially of a journey or activity.

Synonyms & similar words

afoot ongoing undergoing happening occurring proceeding advancing moving started initiated begun commenced launched activated

Synonyms by register

Formal

commencing in progress proceeding developing

Informal

going on happening rolling in motion

Literary

afoot in train

Antonyms

stopped halted static immobile dormant inactive stationary

Common collocations

  • underway immediately
  • underway soon
  • underway now
  • underway again
  • underway at
  • underway for
  • underway with

Word family

adjective underway
adverb underway

Usage note

Primarily used as an adjective or adverb to describe something that has started and is continuing. It is not typically used as a noun.

Example sentences

  1. The construction of the new building is underway.
  2. The train is underway and will arrive soon.
  3. The marathon is underway and the runners are moving quickly.
  4. The project is underway and we are making good progress.
  5. The game is underway and the players are focused.

Quotes

  • 'Life is a journey, and if you fall in love with the journey, you will be in love forever.' - Peter Hagerty
  • 'The journey of a thousand miles begins with one step.' - Lao Tzu
  • 'The only journey is the one within.' - Rainer Maria Rilke

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