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
1. Expectancy; condition of ownership of real property being undetermined; lapse in succession of ownership of estate, or title.
2. Suspension; temporary suppression; dormant condition.
3. 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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