Underway ( adjective , adverb )

(As an adjective)

Underway ( adjective )

1. Currently in progress.
2. In the process of being done.

Origin:

From under way, from under + way.

Examples:

1. The construction of the new bridge is already underway.
2. The party was already underway when we arrived.
3. The discussion was already underway when he walked in.
4. The renovations to the building are already underway.
5. The new project is already underway, with the team working on the design phase.

(As an adverb)

Underway ( adverb )

1. Currently in progress.
2. In the process of being done.

Origin:

From under way, from under + way.

Examples:

1. The construction of the new bridge is already underway.
2. The party was already underway when we arrived.
3. The discussion was already underway when he walked in.
4. The renovations to the building are already underway.
5. The new project is already underway, with the team working on the design phase.