wait

[weɪt]

wait Definition

• 1. stay where one is or delay action until a particular time or event.
• 2. serve at a table as a waiter or waitress.
• 3. a period of waiting.

Using wait: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "wait" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  I'll wait for you here.

• Example

  We had to wait in line for an hour.

• Example

  He waited patiently for his turn to speak.

• Example

  She works as a waitress and waits tables at the restaurant.

• Example

  The wait for the test results was excruciating.

• Example

  I can't wait to see you again!

wait Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for wait

• stay
• linger
• delay
• pause
• hold on

Antonyms for wait

• proceed
• advance
• continue

Phrases with wait

• wait and see

  to be patient and not take any action until something happens

  Example

  I'm not sure what will happen next, so I'll just have to wait and see.

• wait it out

  to endure a difficult or unpleasant situation until it ends or improves

  Example

  The storm will pass soon. We just need to wait it out.

• wait on someone hand and foot

  to do everything for someone and anticipate their every need

  Example

  She's so spoiled! Her assistant waits on her hand and foot.

Origins of wait

from Old North French 'waitier', meaning 'attend'

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Summary: wait in Brief

The verb 'wait' [weɪt] means to stay in one place or delay action until a specific time or event. It can also refer to serving as a waiter or waitress. 'Wait' is often used in phrases like 'wait and see,' meaning to be patient, and 'wait it out,' meaning to endure a difficult situation. Examples include 'I'll wait for you here' and 'She works as a waitress and waits tables at the restaurant.'