The Opposite(Antonym) of “swerve”
The antonyms of swerve are straighten and proceed. The antonym straighten means to make something straight or to move in a straight line. The antonym proceed means to continue or move forward in a particular direction.
Explore all Antonyms of “swerve”
Definitions and Examples of straighten, proceed
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
To make something straight or to move in a straight line.
Example
She used a ruler to straighten the crooked line.
To continue or move forward in a particular direction.
Example
After finishing her breakfast, she decided to proceed with her daily routine.
Key Differences: straighten vs proceed
- 1Straighten is used when something needs to be made straight or to move in a straight line.
- 2Proceed is used when someone wants to continue or move forward in a particular direction.
Effective Usage of straighten, proceed
- 1Driving: Use swerve when describing a sudden change in direction while driving.
- 2Home Improvement: Use straighten when describing the process of making something straight.
- 3Directions: Use proceed when giving directions on how to get somewhere.
Remember this!
The antonyms of swerve are straighten and proceed. Use straighten when something needs to be made straight or to move in a straight line. Use proceed when someone wants to continue or move forward in a particular direction.
