proceed
To continue with a course of action
Examples
In a meeting
“If there are no objections, we'll proceed with the launch plan.”
Over coffee
“Let's proceed to the restaurant—everyone's ready.”
Why this word
continue
Continue means keep going, while proceed emphasizes moving forward with action, often formally or after pause
advance
Advance suggests moving toward a goal, while proceed means carry on with an action or plan
go
Go is informal and general, while proceed is formal and emphasizes moving forward with deliberate action
Usage tip
Use when continuing or starting the next phase of something already in motion
Etymology
Latin 'procedere' from 'pro-' (forward) + 'cedere' (to go)
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