plod

[plɒd]

plod Definition

• 1. to walk heavily or slowly with a regular beat
• 2. to work slowly and steadily

Using plod: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "plod" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  We plodded through the mud.

• Example

  He plodded on with his work.

• Example

  She plodded through her daily routine.

• Example

  The horse plodded along the road.

plod Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for plod

• trudge
• shuffle
• stomp
• tread
• march

Antonyms for plod

• skip
• prance
• gallop

Phrases with plod

• plod along

  to continue doing something in a slow and steady way, especially when it is boring or difficult

  Example

  I'm just plodding along with my work.

• plod through something

  to do something slowly and with effort because it is boring or difficult

  Example

  I had to plod through a lot of paperwork before I could go home.

• plod away

  to work hard and steadily at something

  Example

  He's been plodding away at his novel for years.

Origins of plod

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Summary: plod in Brief

The verb 'plod' [plɒd] means to walk heavily or slowly with a regular beat or to work slowly and steadily. It is often used to describe boring or difficult tasks, as in 'She plodded through her daily routine.' Synonyms include 'trudge,' 'shuffle,' and 'stomp.' Phrases like 'plod along' and 'plod through something' denote continuing to do something slowly and steadily, while 'plod away' implies working hard and steadily.