English Synonym Finder

wait

Definitions

To stay in one place or delay action until a particular time or event occurs.

To be ready or available for something to happen or for someone to arrive.

To defer or postpone an action or decision.

Examples

Please wait for me by the entrance of the library.

I cannot wait to see what surprises are in store for the party.

Synonyms

pause stay linger remain tarry await hold on

Antonyms

go leave depart advance proceed act hurry