abreast

The word “abreast” has 2 syllables: a-breast

It's pronounced as /əˈbrɛst/


What is synonym and antonym for abreast?

In the thesaurus, “abreast” has 5 synonyms and 8 antonyms.

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


Synonyms for abreast

Antonyms for abreast

Meanings of abreast

  • adjective
    1. Side by side, facing forward.
    2. Alongside; parallel to.
    3. Informed, well-informed, familiar, acquainted.
    4. Up to a certain level or line; equally advanced.
    5. Side by side; also, opposite; over against; on a line with the vessel's beam.
  • adverb
    1. Side by side and facing forward.
    2. Alongside; parallel to.
    3. Informed, well-informed, familiar, acquainted.
    4. Followed by of or with: up to a certain level or line; equally advanced.
    5. Side by side; also, opposite; on a line with the vessel's beam.
    6. At the same time; simultaneously.
  • preposition
    1. Abreast of; alongside.

Example Sentences

  • She struggled to stay abreast of the latest developments in technology.
  • The team worked tirelessly to ensure they remained abreast of their competitors in the market.
  • It's crucial to stay abreast of changes in regulations to maintain compliance.
  • The teacher kept the students abreast of any updates to the class schedule.
  • As a journalist, it's essential to stay abreast of current events to report accurately.

On this page you'll find 13 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to abreast, such as: acquainted, aware, blind, familiar, ignorant, informed, oblivious.

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familiarized

  • abreast
  • accustomed
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  • informed
  • instructed
  • introduced
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