Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

coming-up

phrase
ˈkʌmɪŋ ʌp
Definition
The act of approaching or arriving in a particular time or space.
Examples
  • He has a coming-up meeting that he needs to prepare for.
  • The coming-up concert is expected to attract a large audience.
  • She is excited about her coming-up graduation ceremony.
Meaning
To refer to an event that is approaching in the near future or to something that is about to happen.
Synonyms
  • upcoming
  • imminent
  • approaching
  • forthcoming