Synonyms for

Abide

Verb / ʌˈbaɪd / Another word for abide — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to accept or follow a rule or decision; to stay or live somewhere

Synonyms & similar words

stay bide support stand stickout stomach digest bear brook suffer putup endure tolerate comply follow obey adhere endure persist continue remain stay dwell reside live inhabit rest sojourn tarry await anticipate expect tolerate

Synonyms by register

Formal

comply adhere conform respect

Informal

stick to go along with follow

Literary

dwell sojourn tarry

Antonyms

disobey violate transgress defy resist reject

Common collocations

  • abide by the rules
  • abide by the law
  • abide by the decision
  • abide by the agreement
  • abide by the terms
  • abide by the contract
  • abide by the consequences

Word family

noun abiding
verb abide

Usage note

Primarily used in the phrase 'abide by' to mean accept or act in accordance with a rule, decision, or recommendation. The verb 'abide' on its own can mean to live or remain, but this usage is less common and often considered archaic or literary.

Example sentences

  1. I will abide by the teachers instructions.
  2. She abides by the law.
  3. He cant abide the smell of fish.
  4. I will abide in this city for a few years.
  5. They abide in a house by the river.

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