Pronunciation

/weɪt/

Definitions

• Noun: 1. The act of staying in place or delaying action, often with the intention of expecting or awaiting something. 2. A period during which one waits. 3. A person who is waiting for something or someone. 4. A state of readiness or preparedness. 5. A job or position that requires patience and endurance (e.g., waiter/waitress).
• Verb: 1. To remain stationary or inactive, typically because you are expecting or hoping for something or someone. 2. To endure or tolerate delay. 3. To serve as a substitute, especially in sports or games.

Phrases

• “Wait a minute” or “Hang on” means to pause or temporarily stop.
• “Wait your turn” indicates the need to be patient and let others go first.
• “Wait and see” suggests that only time will reveal the outcome.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The children were waiting eagerly for their parents to finish the movie.”
• Verb: “I’ll wait outside the door until you’re ready to leave.”
• Verbal: “The doctor asked us to wait in the examination room.”

Synonyms

• Delay
• Hold
• Remain
• Bide
• Reside
• Postpone -Await
• Stand by

Antonyms

• Proceed
• Advance
• Hurry
• Skip
• Rush