proceed

CEFRB1

/pɹəˈsiːd/

verb

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In plain English

  1. 01

    verb

    To continue doing something or move forward to the next step.

  2. 02

    verb

    Extra detail

    To come from; to have as its source or origin.

Examples

  • I would like to know how you will proceed in this matter.

  • Let's proceed with the items on the agenda.

At a glance

Sits at B1 on the CEFR scale

Senses
5
Parts of speech
1
Citations
5
Synonyms
5

Also pronounced

  • /ˈpɹoʊsid/
  • /pɹəˈsid/

Deep Dive

verb

Extra meanings

  1. To pass from one point, topic, or stage, to another.

  2. To move, pass, or go forward or onward; to advance; to carry on.

  3. To go on in an orderly or regulated manner; to begin and carry on a series of acts or measures; to act methodically.

More examples

In context

  • We're not sure whether we still want to proceed with the sale.

  • to proceed with a story or argument

  • Light proceeds from the sun.

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Antonyms

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Origin

verb

From Middle English proceden, from Old French proceder, from Latin prōcēdō (“to go forth, go forward, advance”), from prō (“forth”) + cēdō (“to go”); see cede.