Simple meaning
What does Delay mean?
Delay means waiting longer than planned.
Dictionary definition
A wait or slowdown in progress, or to make something happen later.
Example sentences
Delay in a sentence
easy
Rain caused a delay in practice.
medium
Do not delay starting your project.
hard
Even a short delay can affect a team schedule.
Synonyms
Words like Delay
postponeUse when moving something to a later time.
hold upUse for slowing progress unexpectedly.
Antonyms
Opposite words
advanceUse when something moves earlier or faster.
hastenUse when speeding up action.
Word family
Delay word family
Base word
delay
adjective
delayed
Happening later than expected.
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Practice 1
What does delay mean?
Delay means extra waiting or slower progress.
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