Definitions
There are 4 meanings of the word
Pauses.
How to pronounce pauses:
US
Pauses - as a noun
A time interval during which there is a temporary cessation of something
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
breakintermissioninterruptionsuspensionHypernyms (Closely Related)
intervaltime intervalHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Pauses - as a verb
Interrupt temporarily an activity before continuing
Example: "The speaker paused"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
hesitateHypernyms (Closely Related)
delayHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"He took frequent pauses while delivering the speech."
"There were long pauses between each question in the interview."
"The actor's dramatic pauses added suspense to the scene."
"In between songs, the band had short pauses to catch their breath."
"The game was filled with tense pauses as both teams strategized."
Word Game Points
Is PAUSES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, pauses is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
PAUSES has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.
Is PAUSES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, pauses is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPAUSES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.
Is PAUSES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, pauses is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPAUSES has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.