Goose-step — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb /ˈgüs-ˌstep/

Meaning & Definition of Goose-step

Goose-step (verb)

  1. to march in a goose step
  2. to practice an unthinking conformity

Goose-step (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in trudge, traipse

    similar: lumber, plod, stamp, stomp, trudge, perambulate, step, traipse, tread, file, march, pace, parade, stride, hike, tramp
    opposite: amble, meander, ramble, stroll, wander

Related Entry: Goose-step (to) (verb)

Goose-step (to) is a different word from Goose-step. The synonyms below are for goose-step (to), not for goose-step.

  1. to act according to the commands of

    "the new president has everyone goose-stepping to her every whim lest they provoke her wrath"

    similar: adhere (to), comply (with), conform (to), follow, mind, obey, observe, abide by, fall in with, keep to
    related: defer (to), submit (to), surrender (to), yield (to), accede (to), acquiesce (to), agree (to), assent (to), attend, hear, heed, listen (to), mark, note, notice, regard, take, watch
    opposite: defy, disobey, rebel (against)
    near: disoblige, challenge, dare, refuse, renounce, repudiate, direct, lead, brush (off), disregard, ignore, overlook, overpass, pass over, tune out, wink (at), dismiss, pooh-pooh, shrug off, breach, break, infringe, transgress, violate, deride, flout, mock, scoff (at), scorn, mutiny (against), revolt (against), buck, combat, contest, dispute, fight, oppose, resist, withstand

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Goose-step

The most common words with a similar meaning to Goose-step:

lumber, plod, stamp, stomp, trudge, perambulate, step, traipse, tread, file, march, pace, parade, stride, hike, tramp

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Goose-step

Words with the opposite meaning of Goose-step:

amble, meander, ramble, stroll, wander

Word Forms of Goose-step

Inflections: goose-stepped, goose-stepping, goose-steps

Origin & Etymology of Goose-step

First known use: 1879

Frequently Asked Questions about Goose-step

What does "Goose-step" mean?

"Goose-step" means to march in a goose step. As a verb, it is defined as: to march in a goose step.

What is another word for "Goose-step"?

Other words for "Goose-step" include lumber, plod, stamp, stomp, trudge, perambulate, step and traipse. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Goose-step" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Goose-step"?

There are 16 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Goose-step". Common alternatives include lumber, plod, stamp, stomp, trudge, perambulate, step, traipse, tread and file.

What is the opposite of "Goose-step"?

Antonyms of "Goose-step" include amble, meander, ramble, stroll and wander.

Is "Goose-step" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Goose-step" is a verb.

How do you pronounce "Goose-step"?

"Goose-step" is pronounced /ˈgüs-ˌstep/.

What is the origin of the word "Goose-step"?

First known use: 1879.

What is another word for "Goose-step" meaning "as in trudge, traipse"?

When "Goose-step" (verb) means as in trudge, traipse, synonyms include lumber, plod, stamp, stomp, trudge and perambulate. Opposites in this sense include amble, meander, ramble and stroll.