move toward

The phrase “move toward” has 3 syllables: move to-ward

It's pronounced as /muːv ˈtɔːrd/


What is synonym and antonym for move toward?

In the thesaurus, “move toward” has 8 synonyms and 7 antonyms.

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


Synonyms for move toward

  • advance toward
  • approach
  • direct oneself to
  • go toward
  • head toward
  • make for
  • proceed toward
  • travel toward

Antonyms for move toward

  • back away from
  • depart from
  • go away from
  • move away from
  • retreat from
  • turn away from
  • withdraw from

Example Sentences

  • The crowd began to move toward the exit after the concert.
  • The team needs to move toward a consensus before making a decision.
  • We decided to move toward a more sustainable lifestyle.
  • The negotiations are starting to move toward a resolution.
  • Technology continues to move toward greater automation and efficiency.

On this page you'll find 15 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to move toward, such as: advance toward, approach, back away from, depart from, direct oneself to, go away from, go toward.

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

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head toward

  • advance to
  • approach
  • direct oneself to
  • go toward
  • make for
  • move toward
  • proceed toward
  • travel toward

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