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meanwhile

The word “meanwhile” has 2 syllables: mean-while

It's pronounced as /ˈmiːnˌwaɪl/

What is synonym and antonym for meanwhile?

In the thesaurus, “meanwhile” has 5 synonyms and 5 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for meanwhile along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for meanwhile

  • at the same time
  • concurrently
  • in the meantime
  • meantime
  • simultaneously

Antonyms for meanwhile

Meanings of meanwhile

  • noun
    1. The time between two events.
  • adverb
    1. During the time that something is happening.
    2. At the same time, but elsewhere.
    3. In contrast or opposed to aspects previously mentioned.

Example Sentences

  • She started preparing dinner, meanwhile he set the table
  • The report is being finalized, meanwhile the team is gathering more data
  • The kids played outside, meanwhile their parents talked on the porch
  • The project was delayed, meanwhile costs continued to rise
  • He waited for the bus, meanwhile he checked his messages

On this page you'll find 10 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to meanwhile, such as: afterwards, at the same time, beforehand, concurrently, eventually, in the meantime, later.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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