Definitions
There are 6 meanings of the word
Delaying.
Delaying - as a noun
Time during which some action is awaited
Example: "Instant replay caused too long a delay"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
holdpostponementtime lagwaitHypernyms (Closely Related)
breakintermissioninterruptionpausesuspensionHyponyms (Broadly Related)
The act of delaying; inactivity resulting in something being put off until a later time
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
holdupHypernyms (Closely Related)
inactivityHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Delaying - as a verb
Cause to be slowed down or delayed
Example: "Traffic was delayed by the bad weather"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
detainhold upHypernyms (Closely Related)
decelerateslowslow downslow upHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
rushExample Sentences
"The delaying tactics used by the defendant's lawyer prolonged the trial."
"The delaying strategy employed by the army saved many lives."
"Her delaying decision to accept the job offer led to its withdrawal."
"The company's delaying response to customer complaints caused frustration."
"The delaying consequences of climate change are becoming increasingly evident."
Word Game Points
Is DELAYING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, delaying is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
DELAYING has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.
Is DELAYING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, delaying is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordDELAYING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.
Is DELAYING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, delaying is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordDELAYING has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.