Top synonyms for “following”: chase, followers, next, pursual, pursuit, pursuing, succeeding(a).
Definitions
- (noun)the act of pursuing in an effort to overtake or capture“the culprit started to run and the cop took off in pursuit”
- (noun)a group of followers or enthusiasts
- (adjective)immediately following in time or order“the following day”
- (adjective)going or proceeding or coming after in the same direction“the crowd of following cars made the occasion seem like a parade”
Definitions sourced from Princeton WordNet (BSD license).
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is another word for "following"?
Common synonyms for "following" include chase, followers, next, pursual, pursuit, pursuing. Our thesaurus lists 7 total alternatives drawn from Princeton WordNet. Click any synonym to find its rhymes.
What is the opposite of "following"?
Antonyms for "following" include leading. Use opposites in songwriting to create contrast, tension, or surprise within a verse.
What does "following" mean?
the act of pursuing in an effort to overtake or capture Example: "the culprit started to run and the cop took off in pursuit"
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