A1verb1K

Move

UK /["/muːv/","/muːvz/","/muːvd/","/ˈmuːvɪŋ/"]/US /["/muːv/","/muːvz/","/muːvd/","/ˈmuːvɪŋ/"]/

Definition

to change position or make somebody/something change position in a way that can be seen, heard or felt

In simple words: To go from one place to another.

Examples

  • Please move the chair to the other side of the room.
  • She decided to move to a new city for her job.
  • The chess player was able to move her piece strategically.
  • It's time to move on and start a new chapter in your life.
  • Can you move aside so I can see the screen better?

Usage notes

Use 'move' for physical actions, like walking or shifting objects. Not ideal for metaphorical uses in formal contexts. Can be informal when referring to changing residence.

Grammar pattern

move + object

Memory hint

Think of 'move' like 'moose' — a moose walking through the woods.

Collocations

  • move house
  • move forward
  • move quickly
  • move on
  • move in

Synonyms

  • progress
  • act

Antonyms

  • stay
  • remain
  • settle

Common mistakes

  • Using 'move' without an object, as in 'I need to move.' (Missing what is being moved)
  • Confusing 'move' with 'moved' (past tense) when describing ongoing actions
  • Using 'movable' incorrectly as a synonym for 'move' when referring to something that can be moved