waited

[ˈweɪtɪd]

waited Definition

• 1. remained in a place until an expected event happened or someone arrived
• 2. delayed action or progress until a particular time or event

Using waited: Examples

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

• Example

  I waited for him at the train station.

• Example

  She waited for her test results anxiously.

• Example

  We waited for the rain to stop before going outside.

• Example

  He waited until the last minute to submit his assignment.

waited Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for waited

• anticipated
• expected
• postponed
• stayed
• held back

Antonyms for waited

• advanced
• proceeded
• accelerated

Phrases with waited

• wait it out

  to remain in a situation without taking any action until it changes or improves

  Example

  The best thing to do is to wait it out and see what happens next.

• wait on someone hand and foot

  to serve or attend to someone's every need or desire

  Example

  She was used to being waited on hand and foot by her personal assistant.

• wait in the wings

  to be ready and prepared to take action when needed, but not yet actively involved

  Example

  The new CEO was waiting in the wings for months before officially taking over the company.

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Summary: waited in Brief

The verb 'waited' [ˈweɪtɪd] means to remain in a place until an expected event happens or someone arrives. It can also mean delaying action or progress until a particular time or event. Examples include 'I waited for him at the train station' and 'He waited until the last minute to submit his assignment.' Phrases like 'wait it out' and 'wait on someone hand and foot' add nuances to the meaning.