gained ground

The phrase “gained ground” has 2 syllables: gained ground

It's pronounced as /ɡeɪnd ɡraʊnd/


What is synonym and antonym for gained ground?

In the thesaurus, “gained ground” has 12 synonyms and 9 antonyms.

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


Synonyms for gained ground

  • came
  • came along
  • did
  • forged
  • got along
  • got on
  • marched
  • proceeded
  • progressed
  • went
  • went along
  • went off

Antonyms for gained ground

  • arrested
  • blocked
  • checked
  • held back
  • hindered
  • remained
  • stayed
  • stood
  • stopped

Example Sentences

  • In the competition, the underdog team surprisingly gained ground and took the lead.
  • The new technology quickly gained ground in the market, surpassing traditional alternatives.
  • As the political campaign unfolded, the candidate steadily gained ground in the polls.
  • The environmental movement has steadily gained ground as more people embrace sustainable practices.
  • Despite initial skepticism, the idea of remote work has gained ground in recent years, becoming a widespread practice.

On this page you'll find 21 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to gained ground, such as: arrested, blocked, came, came along, checked, did, forged.

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