ongoing

[on-goh-ing, awn-]

adjective

1. continuing without termination or interruption.

   ongoing research projects.

   Synonyms: unbroken, uninterrupted, proceeding

ongoing

/ ˈɒnˌɡəʊɪŋ /

adjective

1. actually in progress

   ongoing projects

2. continually moving forward; developing

3. remaining in existence; continuing

Word History and Origins

Origin of ongoing¹

First recorded in 1855–60; on + going, after the verb phrase go on

Example Sentences

She also said a review of current protest legislation was ongoing and it included looking at powers to ban protests outright.

From BBC

Weeks later, Steven Spielberg called out the rise of antisemitism as well as the ongoing war.

From Los Angeles Times

The 79-year-old country music legend has delayed the December concerts, telling fans she needs "a few procedures" to deal with ongoing "health challenges".

From BBC

May said he expects “further medical treatment and an ongoing treatment for him well into the future” and added that “psychological injuries” also are a concern.

From Los Angeles Times

She wouldn't comment on "ongoing investigations" and legal proceedings – including the Comey case.

From BBC

Related Words

• continuing www.thesaurus.com
• current 
• growing 
• open-ended 
• successful 

When To Use

What does ongoing mean?

Ongoing means continuing without interruption or a scheduled end. Something that’s described as ongoing has been happening for a while and is expected to continue to happen.Ongoing is an adjective that’s used to describe situations and actions. Similar terms are continuing and in progress.Example: I’m so tired of this ongoing argument with Kathy—no matter what I do, it just never stops.