Go on

Definition & Meaning of "go on"

to go on

[phrase form: go]

to continue without stopping

1.1

to continue with what one was saying

Example

The professor asked the student to go on and explain the second part of the theory.

1.2

to base an opinion or a judgment on something

Example

It's important to go on facts and evidence rather than assumptions.

Detectives are struggling with this case because there's not much to go on in terms of evidence or witnesses.

He tends to go on his gut feeling rather than considering all the available information.

1.3

to continue or persist in an activity or state, especially in a determined or unyielding manner, despite challenges or difficulties

Example

In the face of adversity, their friendship was strong enough to go on and endure

She faced numerous obstacles in her career, but she had the determination to go on and achieve her goals.

The hikers encountered bad weather, but they were determined to go on and reach the summit.

to come to be or to happen

move forward, also in the metaphorical sense

to start operating or functioning

(of a performer) to begin their performance

(in sports) to enter a game as a substitute during a match

(of time) to move forward or pass without stopping

to talk about a person or subject at length, often in a tedious or complaining manner

to pass to doing something, particularly once one has finished doing something else

to proceed to do something

go on

used to urge someone to speak or continue talking

used to express disbelief or surprise

used to urge someone to continue or engage in a specific action or activity

Example

The construction work will go on until the project is completed.

The marathon runners were determined to go on despite the rain.

Go on!

The brakes on my bicycle went on my way home.

The dishes typically go on the bottom shelf of the kitchen cabinet.

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