Synonyms of waiting

Antonyms of waiting

Collocations of waiting

patiently waiting
Frequency: 70 %

She sat patiently waiting for her appointment.

long wait
Frequency: 65 %

It was a long wait at the airport for their delayed flight.

anxiously waiting
Frequency: 60 %

He was anxiously waiting for the test results.

eagerly waiting
Frequency: 50 %

The children were eagerly waiting for Santa Claus to arrive.

impatiently waiting
Frequency: 45 %

She tapped her foot impatiently while waiting in line.

Idiomatic Expressions for waiting

  • Phrase: waiting with bated breath
    Meaning: waiting with great anticipation or excitement
    Usage: Fans are waiting with bated breath for the release of the new album.