afoot

[uh-foot]

adverb

1. on foot; walking.

   I came afoot.

2. astir; in progress.

   There is mischief afoot.

afoot

/ əˈfʊt /

adjective

1. in circulation or operation; astir

   mischief was afoot

2. on or by foot

Word History and Origins

Origin of afoot¹

First recorded in 1175–1225, afoot is from Middle English a fote, on fote. See a- ¹, foot

Example Sentences

Two years later, the Change is officially afoot.

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By September, it became clear that there was a plot afoot to clear the field and give his nascent post-primary campaign a leg up.

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Unfortunately for Pats loathers, there’s a revival afoot.

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Even beyond this “perfect storm,” though, Whipp sees a sea change afoot.

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Plans were afoot to close all U.S. stores.

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