planning (B1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈplænɪŋ/

Definition

The process of thinking about and organizing the activities required to achieve a desired aim.

Examples

• The success of the event depended on careful planning.

• We need to start planning for the new project next week.

• She is responsible for the financial planning of the company.

How to Use planning

planning for (prepositional phrase)

Organizing activities or resources in preparation for a specific event or situation. — "We are planning for the arrival of new students."

planning to (prepositional phrase)

Intending or intending to do something. — "She is planning to study abroad next year."

planning permission (collocation)

Official approval needed to build or make changes to a property. — "They applied for planning permission to build an extension."

Synonyms of planning

Words with a similar meaning to planning:

• organization
• scheduling
• strategy
• foresight

Antonyms of planning

Words with the opposite meaning to planning:

• improvisation
• chaos

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