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while

The word “while” has 1 syllable: while

It's pronounced as /waɪl/

What is synonym and antonym for while?

In the thesaurus, “while” has 93 synonyms and 15 antonyms.

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

Synonyms for while

Antonyms for while

Meanings of while

  • noun
    1. An uncertain duration of time, a period of time.
  • verb
    1. To pass (time) idly.
    2. To occupy or entertain (someone) in order to let time pass.
    3. To loiter.
  • preposition
    1. Until.
  • conjunction
    1. During the same time that.
    2. Although.
    3. Until.
    4. As long as.
    5. (public policy) Used to denote an individual experiencing racial profiling when performing a seemingly benign activity.

Example Sentences

  • She listened to music while studying for the exam.
  • Please wait here for a while.
  • He smiled while talking to his friends.
  • It took me a while to understand the instructions.
  • They chatted for a while before leaving the café.

On this page you'll find 108 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to while, such as: New York minute, adroitness, after, age, albeit, although, as.

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