ongoing
Translation
ongoing, continuing
Examples
The investigation is ongoing.
The investigation is ongoing.
It is an ongoing process.
It is an ongoing process.
Grammar Patterns
an ongoing ((noun)) describes a noun that is in progress. It's an ongoing investigation.
((noun)) is ongoing states that something is currently happening. The search is ongoing.
Similar Words
continuing, in progress; Antonyms: finished, completed
Etymology
From the verb phrase 'to go on', meaning to continue. It describes something that is currently in the process of happening.
Memory Tips
Picture something that is literally 'going on' right now. It hasn't stopped yet. Think of an 'ongoing' meeting.