Afoot

/əˈfʊt/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

In progress; underway.

Plans for the festival are afoot and everyone is excited.

In motion; on foot.

The hikers are afoot along the trail, enjoying the beautiful scenery.

In the process of development or change.

There are some changes afoot in the policy that could affect all employees.

Early 17th century, from 'a-' meaning 'on' + 'foot'

something is afoot

Indicates that something is happening or is in progress, often implying that it is secret or unknown.

aforementioned

Previously mentioned or referred to.

afloat

In a buoyant state; not sinking.

Things are happening.

There's something fishy going on; I can tell that something's afoot.