B2verb1K

Proceed

UK //prəˈsiːd//US //prəˈsid//

Definition

To continue a course of action or move forward.

In simple words: To go forward or continue doing something.

Examples

  • Once the approval is granted, we can proceed with the project.
  • Please proceed to the next step in the guide.
  • After careful consideration, he decided to proceed with the plans.
  • The team will proceed with its strategy despite the challenges.
  • Local authorities will proceed to clear the roads after the storm.
  • They needed to proceed with caution due to the fog.
  • We will proceed to review the documents after lunch.
  • The committee will proceed next week to finalize the decision.

Usage notes

Used in both formal and informal contexts. Common in instructions, legal documents, and project management.

Grammar pattern

proceed + to/with + object

Memory hint

Think of 'proceed' as 'proceeding onward'. Both start with 'pro'.

Collocations

  • proceed with caution
  • proceed to the next step
  • proceed according to plan

Synonyms

  • continue
  • advance
  • carry on
  • move on
  • go ahead

Antonyms

  • stop
  • halt
  • cease

Common mistakes

  • Confused with 'proceeding' (the noun form).
  • Incorrectly using 'to' when 'with' is needed.
  • Using it in passive voice (e.g., 'be proceeded' is incorrect).