Our vocab word for The Prince and the Pauper Chapter 26 focuses on a commonly-used verb. The vocab word is…
PROCEEDED
Keep reading or watch the video below see how the word ‘proceeded’ is used in The Prince and the Pauper.
PROCEEDED
| DEFINITION (v.) went in an orderly, regulated way | FACTS/CHARACTERISTICS often after a pause or interruption |
| EXAMPLES progressed advanced came along | NON-EXAMPLES remained stayed stopped |
Etymology
- Language of Origin: Latin
- procedere = “pro” (forward) + “cedere” (to go)
Sentences/Additional Forms
- Straightforward sentence: After a brief stop at the station, the train proceeded on its way.
- Sentence from the chapter: “…she dropped her eyes to the floor; but her voice betrayed no emotion when she proceeded…” (p. 160)
- Other forms: proceeding (adj., n.), proceeder (n.)
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