abeyance
The word “abeyance” has 3 syllables: a-bey-ance
It's pronounced as /əˈbeɪəns/
What is synonym and antonym for abeyance?
In the thesaurus, “abeyance” has 37 synonyms and 10 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for abeyance along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for abeyance
- cold storage
- coma
- deep freeze
- discontinuation
- doldrums
- dormancy
- downtime
- hibernation
- holding pattern
- hypnosis
- idleness
- impasse
- inaction
- inactivity
- inertia
- inertness
- intermission
- latency
- layoff
- moratorium
- motionlessness
- postponement
- quiescence
- recess
- recession
- remission
- repose
- rest
- sleep
- slumber
- standstill
- suspended animation
- suspense
- suspension
- temporarily deferred
- torpor
- waiting
Antonyms for abeyance
- action
- activity
- continuance
- continuation
- operation
- recommencement
- renewal
- resumption
- resuscitation
- revival
Meanings of abeyance
- noun
- Expectancy; condition of ownership of real property being undetermined; lapse in succession of ownership of estate, or title.
- Suspension; temporary suppression; dormant condition.
- Expectancy of a title, its right in existence but its exercise suspended.
Example Sentences
- The project was temporarily put in abeyance pending further review by the management.
- The negotiations came to an unexpected halt, leaving the agreement in abeyance.
- The court decision regarding the controversial policy was left in abeyance until further evidence was presented.
- The implementation of the new policy was held in abeyance due to concerns raised by stakeholders.
- The construction plans were put in abeyance as the environmental impact assessment was conducted.
On this page you'll find 47 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to abeyance, such as: action, activity, cold storage, coma, continuance, continuation, deep freeze.
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