abreast

adjective

ə-ˈbrest How to pronounce abreast (audio)
Definition of abreastnext
as in acquainted
having information especially as a result of study or experience keeping abreast of the latest fashion trends

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for abreast
  1. acquainted
  2. informed
  3. aware
  4. familiar
  5. up
Adjective
  • The panel, which also included David Cochran, a representative from the aquarium, discussed the film as well as how local organizations and communities can not only become more acquainted with the issues surrounding fisherman and local waterways, but how to play a role in effecting change.
    Kristin L. Wolfe, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024
  • The two actors first became acquainted while performing in the musical 110 in the Shade on Broadway in 2007.
    Christopher Barnard, Vogue, 3 Oct. 2024
Definition of acquainted
Adjective
  • Our mission is to provide clear, accessible journalism that empowers you to stay informed and engaged in shaping our world.
    Allie Volpe, Vox, 14 Nov. 2024
  • The two results this year are among the first empirical tests to show that a debate between LLMs can work when it is judged by another, less informed model.
    Stephen Ornes, Quanta Magazine, 8 Nov. 2024
Definition of informed
Adjective
  • In her ruling rejecting Paxton's motion, Soifer said the timetable of the depositions does not warrant an emergency as both sides have been aware of the impending testimony since it was first approved in December.
    Hogan Gore, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024
  • Michael Cader, who founded Publishers Marketplace, said the staff is aware of the importance the site has gained on social media.
    Jordan Michelman, The Atlantic, 21 Nov. 2024
Definition of aware
Adjective
  • The tri-band Eero Pro 6E (7/10, WIRED Recommends) mesh adds the 6-GHz band to the familiar 2.4-GHz and 5-GHz bands.
    Simon Hill, WIRED, 22 Nov. 2024
  • Being the underdog is a familiar role in Tempe, and this team is no different.
    Matthew Self, The Arizona Republic, 22 Nov. 2024
Definition of familiar
Adjective
  • It’s backed off from that breakout as sellers moved in but remains in an up trend for the year and since the 2022 lows.
    John Navin, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
  • The heaviness of the buying volume tends to offer confirmation of the up move.
    John Navin, Forbes, 27 Sep. 2024
Definition of up
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