Synonyms

succeeding

American

[suhk-see-ding] / səkˈsi dɪŋ /

adjective

being that which follows; subsequent; ensuing.

laws to benefit succeeding generations.

Synonyms:

following, coming

Antonyms:

prior, previous, preceding

Other Word Forms

succeedingly adverb
unsucceeding adjective

Etymology

Origin of succeeding

First recorded in 1555–65; succeed + -ing ¹

Example Sentences

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If that’s the case, succeeding in prediction markets is all about finding an edge.

From MarketWatch

"The more inspirational women on TV who are showing their talents and succeeding, it'll feed down to the next generation," she said.

From BBC

Massie has also criticized the DOJ, which he says “has failed to properly redact victims’ information while simultaneously succeeding in avoiding the disclosure of incriminated individuals,” in a statement to Salon.

From Salon

He is succeeding Rob Seminara, a longtime partner at the firm, who will remain in the region to support the transition before assuming new responsibilities for Apollo later this year.

From The Wall Street Journal

A statement from the Post said only that D'Onofrio was succeeding Lewis "effective immediately."

From Barron's

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