Prosed: meaning, definitions and examples

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prosed

 

[ prəˈsiːd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

follow a procedure

The verb 'proceed' refers to the action of moving forward or continuing with a process. It implies that after a certain point or condition has been met, one may go ahead with an action or series of actions. For instance, in a conversation or meeting, if all necessary information has been shared, participants may agree to proceed with the decision-making process. It is often used in formal contexts to indicate the next steps in a sequence of actions. In legal or official situations, one might also use 'proceed' to indicate that a case or motion is moving forward in court.

Synonyms

advance, continue, go-ahead, move forward

Examples of usage

  • Let's proceed to the next item on the agenda.
  • After the safety check, we can proceed with the construction.
  • Once the application is complete, we will proceed with the review.
  • If there are no objections, we shall proceed as planned.

Translations

Translations of the word "prosed" in other languages:

🇵🇹 proseguir

🇮🇳 आगे बढ़ना

🇩🇪 fortfahren

🇮🇩 melanjutkan

🇺🇦 продовжити

🇵🇱 kontynuować

🇯🇵 進める

🇫🇷 poursuivre

🇪🇸 proseguir

🇹🇷 devam etmek

🇰🇷 계속하다

🇸🇦 يواصل

🇨🇿 pokračovat

🇸🇰 pokračovať

🇨🇳 继续

🇸🇮 nadaljevati

🇮🇸 halda áfram

🇰🇿 жалғастыру

🇬🇪 გაგრძელება

🇦🇿 davam etmək

🇲🇽 continuar

Etymology

The word 'proceed' originates from the Latin word 'procedere', which is a combination of 'pro', meaning 'forward', and 'cedere', meaning 'to go'. This etymology reflects the essence of the verb, emphasizing the idea of moving forward in a particular direction or action. 'Proceed' entered the English language during the Middle Ages and has maintained its usage through various contexts, including law, formal meetings, and everyday conversations. Over time, the term has also acquired nuances in different fields, such as computing and business, where it can denote moving forward with a project or task after certain criteria have been fulfilled. This progression highlights the ongoing relevance and adaptability of the word in contemporary language.