Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

did

verb
/dɪd/
Definition
A past tense auxiliary verb used to form questions and negatives, as well as to emphasize actions in the past.
Examples
  • Did you go to the park yesterday?
  • I did finish my homework.
  • They did not see the movie.
Meaning
The word ‘did’ indicates that an action has already been completed or occurred. It is often used in questions and to add emphasis to a statement.
Synonyms
  • accomplished
  • executed
  • performed