pass (A2)

verb

Pronunciation: /pæs/

Definition

Move past or across something to reach the other side.

Examples

• Please pass the salt to me.

• The car will pass us on the highway.

• Did you pass your final exam today?

How to Use pass

pass by (phrasal verb)

to go past a place without stopping — "The bus will pass by your house soon."

pass out (phrasal verb)

to become unconscious for a short time — "He felt dizzy and started to pass out."

Synonyms of pass

Words with a similar meaning to pass:

• go
• hand
• succeed
• surpass

Antonyms of pass

Words with the opposite meaning to pass:

• fail
• stop

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