Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
verge-on
Phrasal verb
/vɜːrdʒ ɒn/
Definition
To come close to a particular state or condition; to be nearly something.
Examples
- Her behavior seems to verge on the aggressive side when she’s upset.
- This new policy verges on being unfair to some employees.
- The movie verges on a masterpiece, though some may disagree.
Meaning
The phrase ‘verge on’ indicates that something is approaching a certain limit or point, often indicating a level of intensity or quality that is very close to something else.
Synonyms
- Approach
- Border on
- Come close to
- Near
