62 Synonyms for Delay: arrest, recess

delay (62 synonym found)

Delay has 62 synonyms. The top synonyms for delay are arrest, recess, reserve, rest, halt, lag, postpone, hinder and 54 more. Another word for delay is arrest. Browse the full list below.

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What is a synonym for delay?

A common synonym for delay is arrest. Other synonyms include recess, reserve, rest, halt.

How many synonyms does delay have?

Delay has 62 synonyms listed on Thesaurasize.

What does delay mean?

°previously unexpected period of time before an event occurs; the act of delaying.

Definition of delay:

°previously unexpected period of time before an event occurs; the act of delaying.

°To put off until a later time; to distract.

°To retard; to stop, detain, or hinder, for a time.

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