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Meaning of moving towards
The primary meaning of "moving towards" refers to the act of changing position or direction to approach something.
Etymology of moving towards
The phrase "moving towards" is a combination of the verb "move" and the preposition "towards".
The verb "move" originates from the Old French word "mover", which is derived from the Latin word "movēre", meaning to move or stir.
The preposition "towards" originates from the Old English words "tō" (meaning to) and "weard" (meaning direction), and has been used in English since the 9th century to indicate movement or direction.
Synonyms
approaching
nearing
closing in
advancing
progressing
heading towards
drawing near
coming closer
getting nearer
converging
inclining
leaning
trending
veering
steering
directing
aiming
targeting
focusing
zeroing in
homing in
bearing down
moving closer
edging nearer
creeping up
sneaking up
sliding towards
gliding towards
drifting towards
floating towards
sinking towards
rising towards
climbing towards
ascending towards
surging towards
Definitions
- The phrase "moving towards" is defined by Oxford Languages as changing position or direction to approach something, or to develop or progress in a particular way.
- * It can also imply a sense of purpose or intention, as in moving towards a specific goal or objective.
Usage Examples
- The company is moving towards a more sustainable business model.
- * The hikers were moving towards the summit, but had to turn back due to bad weather.
- * The team is moving towards a more collaborative approach to problem-solving.
Antonyms
receding
retreating
moving away
withdrawing
retreating
departing
leaving
abandoning
deserting
fleeing
escaping
evading
avoiding
shying away
backing off
pulling back
slowing down
halting
stopping
stagnating
declining
deteriorating