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going Synonyms

Another word for going

Choosing another word for going depends on context, so the 34 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 5 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

The act or an instance of leaving a place; a departure.

Usage Example

"The station manager monitored the comings and goings of all passenger trains."

Strongest
departure
leaving
Strong
exit
parting
withdrawal
Weak
exodus

• adjective (Context 2)

Current, prevailing, or accepted as the standard rate or price at a particular time.

Usage Example

"The contractor offered to pay the current rate for skilled carpentry work."

Strongest
current
prevailing
Strong
standard
customary
usual
accepted
established
present

• noun (Context 3)

The rate of speed or ease of progress toward a goal or during an activity.

Usage Example

"Translating the ancient manuscript was slow progress at first, but she soon found a rhythm."

Strongest
progress
headway
Strong
pace
advance
advancement
proceeding

• adjective (Context 4)

Existing, available, or currently in operation and functioning successfully.

Usage Example

"They purchased the family bakery as a operating concern with a loyal customer base."

Strongest
operating
active
functioning
Strong
working
running
viable
thriving
operational
existing

• noun (Context 5)

The condition of the ground or surface considered with regard to walking, riding, or racing.

Usage Example

"Heavy overnight rain made the footing soft and muddy along the forest trail."

Strongest
footing
Strong
ground
terrain
surface
Weak
traction

Opposites of going

The opposite of going shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

coming
arrival
defunct
inactive
inoperative
entrance
standstill
entry
See all opposites of going

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Going. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/going
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