elapse
The word “elapse” has 2 syllables: e-lapse
It's pronounced as /ɪˈlæps/
What is synonym and antonym for elapse?
In the thesaurus, “elapse” has 42 synonyms and 7 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for elapse along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for elapse
- abate
- bite the dust
- break down
- break off
- break up
- cease
- close
- conclude
- cut out
- dead-end
- determine
- die
- discontinue
- end
- expire
- finish
- flow
- give over
- glide by
- go
- halt
- knock off
- lapse
- leave off
- let up
- pass
- pass away
- pass by
- pause
- quit
- roll by
- roll on
- run out
- stall
- stay
- stop
- suspend
- terminate
- transpire
- vanish
- wind down
- wind up
Antonyms for elapse
- continue
- draw out
- extend
- hang on
- persist
- prolong
- protract
Meanings of elapse
- verb
- (of time) To pass or move by.
Example Sentences
- As the minutes elapse, the anticipation in the room grows.
- We waited for several hours, but no significant events occurred as time continued to elapse.
- Once the deadline has elapsed, the application process will be closed.
- It’s hard to believe that a decade has already elapsed since our last reunion.
- Time seemed to elapse quickly during the exciting concert.
On this page you'll find 49 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to elapse, such as: abate, bite the dust, break down, break off, break up, cease, close.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.
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