Abreast
(
adverb
,
adjective
)
(As an adverb)
Abreast ( adverb )
- Side by side with.
- Next to one another.
Origin:
From old english meaning "alongside".
Examples:
- They walked abreast down the street.
- Two cars can pass each other safely if they are abreast.
- The two friends sat abreast on the park bench.
- The soldiers stood abreast in formation.
- The swimmers were instructed to stay abreast of the boat.
(As an adjective)
Abreast ( adjective )
- Fully informed or up-to-date.
- Keeping pace or level with.
Origin:
From old english meaning "alongside".
Examples:
- She tries to keep abreast of the latest fashion trends.
- He is determined to stay abreast with the latest technology.
- The company is always trying to stay abreast of the competition.
- We need to be abreast of the situation to make the best decision.
- The manager wants all the employees to be abreast with the new regulations.