What are synonyms for "delay"?

Synonyms for delay: postpone, defer, procrastinate, suspend, adjourn, stall.

delay synonyms, antonyms & meanings

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Definitions

﹒To postpone or defer an action or event to a later time.

﹒To cause someone or something to be late or slowed down.

﹒A period of time by which something is late or postponed.

Examples

﹒The heavy rain caused a significant delay in our flight schedule.

﹒Please do not delay in submitting your application before the deadline.

﹒We apologize for the delay in responding to your inquiry.

Synonyms

postpone defer procrastinate suspend adjourn stall retard

Antonyms

advance expedite accelerate hasten hurry rush dispatch

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