abode
/əˈboʊd/
NOUN
1. A place where someone lives
A place of residence or habitation, especially a home or dwelling where a person lives or stays.
1.1. Home and permanent residence
A place where a person or family regularly lives, including a house, apartment, or other residential property.
Synonyms
- home
- house
- residence
- dwelling
- domicile
- habitation
- homestead
- place of residence
Examples
- She described her abode as a cozy cottage nestled in the woods.
- The old mansion served as his family's abode for generations.
- His humble abode reflected his minimalist lifestyle and values.
Related Words
- household
- property
- homestead
- housing
- residential property
- occupancy
- neighborhood
1.2. Temporary lodging or accommodation
A place where someone stays for a limited period, such as during a journey, visit, or temporary assignment.
Synonyms
- lodging
- accommodation
- quarters
- shelter
- dwelling
- residence
- place to stay
Examples
- After a long journey, they finally reached their temporary abode for the night.
Related Words
- guesthouse
- boardinghouse
- hostel
- hotel
- shelter
- temporary housing
- sojourn
VERB
2. Enduring or tolerating something
The act of bearing, withstanding, or patiently accepting something difficult, unpleasant, or challenging.
2.1. Bearing difficulties or unpleasant experiences
Continuing to withstand hardship, discomfort, pressure, or an unpleasant situation without giving in.
Synonyms
Antonyms
Examples
- Despite the difficult conditions, he abode through the long winter without complaint.
Related Words
- endurance
- perseverance
- resilience
- fortitude
- steadfastness
- hardship
2.2. Tolerating or putting up with something
Patiently accepting or enduring an unpleasant behavior, condition, or situation without objecting or withdrawing.
Synonyms
- tolerated
- brooked
- accepted
- countenanced
- stomached
- put up with
- stood for
Antonyms
- rejected
- refused
- resisted
- opposed
- resented
Related Words
- tolerance
- forbearance
- patience
- acceptance
- acquiescence
- indulgence
VERB
3. Remaining or residing in a place
The act of staying in a particular place or continuing in a particular state or condition.
3.1. Living or staying somewhere
Remaining in or inhabiting a particular place, either temporarily or as one's regular residence.
Synonyms
- dwelt
- resided
- lived
- stayed
- sojourned
- lodged
- inhabited
Antonyms
Examples
- For many years, the family abode in a small village near the coast.
Related Words
- residence
- habitation
- dwelling
- occupancy
- lodging
- settlement
3.2. Continuing in a state or condition
Remaining unchanged or continuing to exist in a particular state, condition, or situation over a period of time.
Synonyms
Antonyms
- changed
- ceased
- ended
- disappeared
Related Words
- continuity
- persistence
- stability
- duration
- permanence
- constancy
VERB
4. Waiting or remaining in expectation
The act of waiting for someone or something, often with expectation or readiness.
4.1. Waiting for an expected event
Remaining in a state of expectation while waiting for someone, something, or an anticipated event to occur.
Synonyms
- awaited
- waited
- anticipated
- watched for
- looked for
Antonyms
- departed
- proceeded
- ignored
- overlooked