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afoot

The word “afoot” has 2 syllables: a-foot

It's pronounced as /əˈfʊt/

What is synonym and antonym for afoot?

In the thesaurus, “afoot” has 24 synonyms and 14 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for afoot along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for afoot

Antonyms for afoot

Meanings of afoot

  • adjective
    1. (predicative) That is on foot, in motion, in action, in progress.
  • adverb
    1. On foot. (means of locomotion, walking).
    2. On foot. (support of the body, standing).
    3. In motion; in action; astir; stirring; in progress.

Example Sentences

  • There are rumors that a major change is afoot in the company.
  • Detectives suspected that a secret plan was afoot in the city.
  • Something unusual seemed to be afoot during the meeting.
  • Exciting developments are afoot for the upcoming project.
  • The villagers sensed that trouble was afoot after the strange events.

On this page you'll find 38 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to afoot, such as: advancing, afloat, alive, arrested, astir, brewing, completed.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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