pausing

The word “pausing” has 2 syllables: paus-ing

It's pronounced as /ˈpɔzɪŋ/

What is synonym and antonym for pausing?

In the thesaurus, “pausing” has 15 synonyms and 7 antonyms.

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

Synonyms for pausing

breaking
breaking in
ceasing
discontinuing
ending
finishing
hesitating
interrupting
knocking off
lapsing
laying off
letting up
quitting
stopping
terminating

Antonyms for pausing

advancing
continuing
extending
persisting
progressing
prolonging
stretching

Meanings of pausing

verb
1. To take a temporary rest, take a break for a short period after an effort.
2. To interrupt an activity and wait.
3. To hesitate; to hold back; to delay.
4. To halt the play or playback of, temporarily, so that it can be resumed from the same point.
5. To consider; to reflect.
noun
1. A pause.

Example Sentences

She was pausing the video to take notes.
He kept pausing during his speech to check his notes.
Without pausing, she answered the difficult question.
They were pausing the game to grab a snack.
Pausing for a moment, he looked out the window in thought.

On this page you'll find 22 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to pausing, such as: advancing, breaking, breaking in, ceasing, continuing, discontinuing, ending.

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