tagging along
/ˈtæɡɪŋ əˈlɔŋ/
VERB
1. Accompanying someone
The act of joining or accompanying another person or group while they go somewhere or participate in an activity, often informally or without a specific invitation.
1.1. Informal social companionship
Joining friends, family members, or acquaintances on an outing, trip, or social activity, particularly when the person is not the main organizer or was not specifically invited.
Synonyms
- accompanying
- joining
- coming along
- going along
- attending
- associating
- consorting
Antonyms
- abandoning
- deserting
- ditching
- dumping
- forsaking
Examples
- Sarah didn't mind tagging along with her friends to the amusement park.
- Jake enjoyed tagging along with his older brother on weekend adventures.
- Emily's little sister always insisted on tagging along to the mall with her.
Related Words
- companionship
- company
- friendship
- fellowship
- socializing
- togetherness
1.2. Following someone during a journey
Accompanying someone by following behind or keeping close to them while they travel, walk, or move from one place to another.
Synonyms
Antonyms
- abandoning
- deserting
- leaving
Examples
- Despite the rain, the dog insisted on tagging along for the jog in the park.
- The children kept tagging along behind their parents during the village tour.
- The new employee hesitated before tagging along to the lunch outing with coworkers.
Related Words
- follower
- companion
- escort
- journey
- travel
- pursuit