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Meaning of go on

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

go on

Pronunciation:

verb

Definitions

  1. To continue in extent.

    Example: The meeting seemed to go on forever.

    Synonyms:endure
  2. To continue an action.

    Example: He went on walking even when the policeman told him to stop.

    Synonyms:advancecarry onforthgoproceedresume
  3. To proceed.

    Example: He went on to win a gold medal.

    Synonyms:carry oncontinue
  4. To talk about a subject frequently or at great length.

    Example: Sam goes on and on about Pokémon.

    Synonyms:blatherprattlerabbit

interjection

Definitions

  1. Expressing that the speaker can continue speaking without interruption from the listener.

  2. Expressing surprise, disbelief or incredulity.

    Example: A: He asked Fiona to marry him.

    Synonyms:fiddlesticksgo on with youhorsefeatherspull the other one
  3. Expressing encouragement, see come on.

    Example: Go on! You can do it!

    Synonyms:attaboyyou go, girl