taking the floor

The phrase “taking the floor” has 4 syllables: tak-ing the floor.

It's pronounced as /ˈteɪ.kɪŋ ðə flɔːr/.


What is synonym and antonym for taking the floor?

In the thesaurus, “taking the floor” has 7 synonyms and 2 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for taking the floor along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for taking the floor

Antonyms for taking the floor

  • listen
  • refrain

Example Sentences

  • During the debate, she confidently prepared for taking the floor to present her argument.
  • The CEO will be taking the floor at the conference to discuss the company's future plans.
  • As the team captain, he often leads the meetings by taking the floor first to motivate the players.
  • In parliamentary sessions, each member has a chance of taking the floor to voice their opinions on pending legislation.
  • The professor encouraged students to participate actively by taking the floor during class discussions.

On this page you'll find 9 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to taking the floor, such as: call, discuss, holding forth, lecturing, listen, refrain, speaking.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.


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