Synonyms for

Whilst

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

Definition

while, during the time that

Synonyms & similar words

while as when during whenas albeit although notwithstanding though whereas

Synonyms by register

Formal

during the time that at the same time as

Informal

while when

Literary

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Antonyms

while simultaneously concurrently meanwhile during

Common collocations

  • whilst working
  • whilst travelling
  • whilst studying
  • whilst on holiday
  • whilst in use
  • whilst you were
  • whilst I was

Word family

adverb whilst

Usage note

Whilst is a more formal and less common alternative to 'while', particularly in American English. It is often used in British English and in legal or academic contexts.

Example sentences

  1. Whilst I was walking to school, I saw a bird in a tree.
  2. I will cook dinner whilst you clean the dishes.
  3. He fell asleep whilst watching TV.
  4. Whilst the cat's away, the mice will play.
  5. She answered the phone whilst driving.

Quotes

  • Whilst we deliberate how to begin a thing, it grows too late to finish it. - Quintilian
  • Whilst thou livest, keep a good tongue in thy head. - William Shakespeare
  • Whilst we pursue pleasure, we embrace pain. - Hosea Ballou

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