awaited
/əˈweɪtɪd/
Meanings
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adjective, noun
The state of eager expectation or anxiety; to be on the lookout or ready for something
- "The children were in a state of eager awaited for their parents to return from vacation."
- "The awaited news finally arrived after days of anticipation."
Synonyms
attend to , service , anticipate , listen , wait for
Rhymes
Words rhyming with awaitedresembled , depicted , assembled , assembled , collided , collided , abided , abided
Homophones
Words having the same pronunciation but different meanings, origins, or spelling,-
await (en) : to wait for or expect someone or something
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awe-towed () : moved or influenced by a feeling of awe
Variants
List of all variants of awaited that leads to same resultawait , awaited , awaiting , awaits
Forms
Different forms of the word (e.g., verb conjugations, plural forms, comparative/superlative forms for adjectives).awaited (adjective): the state of being eagerly expected or anticipated, await (verb): to wait for or expect someone or something, awaits (third person singular present tense of await)
Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.From Old French avenir 'arrival' or Middle English aveniden 'come to' + -ed
Trivia
Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word-
The word 'awaited' comes from the Old French word 'avenir', which means 'arrival'.
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The word 'awaited' can also be used as a verb, meaning 'to wait for or expect someone or something'.
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The word 'awaited' is often used in literature to describe the feeling of anticipation and excitement before a significant event.
Related Concepts
informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to-
anticipation: The feeling or attitude of looking forward to something with pleasure or excitement. Anticipation is a positive emotion that can motivate and prepare us for an upcoming event.
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anxiety: A feeling of nervousness, worry, or unease about an impending event or situation. Anxiety can be a normal response to stress, but it can also be a debilitating condition that interferes with daily life.
Culture
Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.In literature, 'awaited' is often used to describe the feeling of anticipation and excitement before a significant event, such as the arrival of a loved one or the outcome of a conflict. It can also be used to describe the feeling of anxiety or fear before a negative event.
How to Memorize "awaited"
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visualize
- Imagine a clock ticking as you wait for something to happen. Visualize the feeling of excitement or anxiety as you anticipate the arrival of something or someone.
- Visualize a person standing at the window, looking out for a sign of their loved one's arrival. -
associate
- Associate the word 'awaited' with the feeling of excitement or anxiety that comes before an important event. Associate it with the idea of being on the lookout for something.
- Associate the word 'awaited' with the image of a clock ticking or a person standing at a window, looking out for a sign of something or someone. -
mnemonics
- Use the acronym AWAITED to remember the meaning of the word: Anticipation, Waiting, Important, Anxiety, Tension, Excitement, Desire
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