Synonyms for

Await

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

Definition

To wait for something to happen or someone to arrive.

Synonyms & similar words

wait expect look anticipate expect foresee predict prospect abide remain linger delay loiter lurk tarry halt pause

Synonyms by register

Formal

anticipate expect foresee look forward to

Informal

wait for hang on hold on stick around

Literary

bide tarry

Antonyms

proceed act rush hurry depart advance move

Common collocations

  • await further instructions
  • await trial
  • await results
  • await confirmation
  • await the outcome
  • await the decision
  • await the arrival

Word family

noun awaiting
verb await

Usage note

Often used in formal contexts, especially in official or legal settings. 'Await' is transitive and does not take a preposition like 'for'.

Example sentences

  1. I cannot await my birthday party with excitement.
  2. The students await their teachers arrival.
  3. I will await your response before making a decision.
  4. The athletes await the start of the race with nervous anticipation.
  5. We must await the results of the election.

Quotes

  • We are all awaiting sentencing, and our lives are on hold.
  • The world awaits you with open arms. Its time to embrace it.
  • Life is not about waiting for the storms to pass. Its about learning how to dance in the rain.

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