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proceeded
/prəˈsiːdɪd/
continued forward
After the meeting ended, she proceeded to her next appointment without delay.
She continued moving toward her next task immediately after the meeting.
formal
to continue or move forward in an action, process, or journey
The ceremony proceeded as planned despite the rain.
The ceremony continued without interruption despite the weather.
Once the documents were signed, the transaction proceeded.
After signing, the deal moved forward to completion.
Often used to describe actions following a prior step or event. Common in formal contexts like ceremonies, legal processes, or workflows.
Law
Law
to take legal or formal action
The prosecutor proceeded with the charges against the defendant.
The prosecutor formally initiated legal action against the defendant.
In legal contexts, 'proceed' often refers to initiating or continuing a lawsuit or prosecution.
Collocations
proceed withcontinue doing somethingproceed tomove to the next steplegal proceedingsformal legal actions
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Forming sentences with 'proceeded'
Use 'proceeded' to show a sequence of actions, especially in formal or narrative contexts. Pair it with 'with' for actions ('proceeded with the plan') or 'to' for movement ('proceeded to the exit'). Avoid using it for instantaneous actions.
Gold Rule
Correct preposition use
After 'proceeded,' use 'with' for actions ('proceeded with caution') and 'to' for destinations or steps ('proceeded to the next slide').
Word Origin
From Latin *procedere* (to go forward), combining *pro-* (forward) + *cedere* (to go). Entered Middle English via Old French *proceder*.
Usage Notes
Common in both written and spoken formal contexts. Often used with prepositions like 'with' or 'to' to indicate direction or continuation. Less common in casual speech.
Word Breakdown
pro-
forward
prefix-ceed
go
root-ed
past tense marker
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