waited
/ˈweɪtɪd/
VERB
1. Delayed action while expecting someone or something
Remained inactive or postponed movement or action until someone arrived or an expected event occurred.
1.1. Expecting an arrival or event
Stayed in anticipation of a person, event, or occurrence, often remaining in a particular place until it happened.
Synonyms
- awaited
- anticipated
- expected
- looked forward to
Antonyms
- proceeded
- advanced
- rushed
Examples
- She eagerly waited for her turn to audition for the lead role in the play.
- The passengers waited patiently at the train station for the delayed arrival of their train.
- They waited in suspense for the final results of the competition.
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1.2. Remaining in a place
Stayed somewhere or continued to occupy a position instead of leaving or moving on.
Synonyms
- stayed
- remained
- lingered
- hung around
- stuck around
- tarried
Antonyms
Examples
- The passengers waited patiently at the train station for the delayed arrival of their train.
- Despite the long queue, he calmly waited in line to purchase tickets for the concert.
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1.3. Delaying or postponing an action
Refrained from acting immediately or allowed an activity or decision to be postponed until a later time.
Synonyms
Antonyms
- advanced
- hurried
- rushed
- carried on
Examples
- The chef carefully waited as the soufflé baked to perfection in the oven.
- The team waited before making a final decision about the proposed changes.
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1.4. Remaining ready or on standby
Stayed prepared and available to act when needed, often while awaiting instructions or an appropriate opportunity.
Synonyms
- stood by
- held on
- sat tight
- remained
Antonyms
- left
- proceeded
- went ahead
Examples
- The technicians waited by the equipment in case the system needed immediate attention.
- The rescue team stood by while waiting for further instructions.
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2. Serving customers in a restaurant
Worked as a server in a restaurant or other eating establishment by attending to customers and providing food service.
2.1. Serving restaurant customers
Performed restaurant service by taking orders, delivering meals, and attending to diners at their tables.
Synonyms
- served
- waited tables
Examples
- She waited tables at a busy restaurant to earn extra money while studying.
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3. Attending or accompanying someone
Provided attendance or service to another person, or accompanied someone as part of a formal or respectful occasion.
3.1. Providing attendance or service
Attended to someone by offering assistance, serving them, or accompanying them in a formal or ceremonial capacity.
Synonyms
- attended
- served
- accompanied
Examples
- The attendants waited upon the distinguished guests throughout the formal reception.
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4. Following as a consequence
Occurred or followed as a consequence of another event, action, or circumstance.
4.1. An outcome following an event
Described something that followed or accompanied an earlier event as its consequence or resulting outcome.
Synonyms
- followed
- ensued
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5. Postponing a meal
Delayed or deferred the time at which a meal was to be eaten.
5.1. Delaying mealtime
Put off eating or serving a meal until a later time, usually because of circumstances or the absence of someone.
Synonyms
Examples
- The family waited dinner until everyone had arrived.
Related Words
- mealtime
- dinner
- supper
- fasting