Definitions and Examples of continue, proceed
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
To keep going or carry on with an activity without interruption.
Example
After a short break, we will continue with the meeting.
To move forward or carry on with a course of action.
Example
Please proceed to the next room for your interview.
Key Differences: continue vs proceed
- 1Continue implies that an activity is ongoing and will not stop.
- 2Proceed implies that one is moving forward with a specific course of action.
Effective Usage of continue, proceed
- 1Instructing: Use continue to instruct someone to keep doing what they are doing.
- 2Directing: Use proceed to direct someone to move forward with a specific course of action.
- 3Narrating: Use these antonyms in narratives to create tension and suspense.
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Remember this!
The antonyms continue and proceed convey the idea of moving forward or progressing. Use continue to instruct someone to keep doing what they are doing and proceed to direct someone to move forward with a specific course of action. These antonyms can also be used in narratives to create tension and suspense.
