Synonyms for

Zoom

Verb / zu:m / Another word for zoom — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to move quickly or bring something closer quickly

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

accelerate expedite hasten

Informal

zip dash scoot bolt whiz

Literary

flit dart streak

Antonyms

crawl linger stroll saunter plod dawdle

Common collocations

  • zoom lens
  • zoom out
  • zoom in
  • zoom past
  • zoom ahead
  • zoom call
  • zoom meeting

Word family

noun zoom
verb zoom

Usage note

Primarily used to describe rapid movement or magnification. 'Zoom' as a noun often refers to a video conferencing platform.

Example sentences

  1. The car zoomed down the street.
  2. I love to zoom on my bike.
  3. The spaceship zoomed past the moon.
  4. The camera can zoom in and out to take different pictures.
  5. The bird zoomed through the sky.

Quotes

  • 'Zoom' isn't just a video conferencing tool, it's a way of life.
  • Sometimes, you just need to zoom out and see the bigger picture.
  • Life is like a camera, so zoom out and focus on what's important.

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