Move

Pronunciation: /ˈmuːv/

Move (verb)

  1. to change place or position from one spot to another
  2. to make progress or advance in a task or activity
  3. to change the place where you live

Examples

  • She moved the chair closer to the table.
  • He moved quickly to avoid the puddle.

Common collocations: move quickly, move forward, move away, move forward, move ahead

Move (noun)

  1. a planned action or step taken to achieve something

Examples

  • That was a smart move in the game.
  • Making a move now could be beneficial.

Synonyms of Move

Neutral

Informal

Antonyms of Move

  • when describing remaining in place
  • when describing stopping motion