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waiting

Divide waiting into syllables:

wait · ing

How to pronounce waiting:

Synonyms for waiting:

preparedreadypoised

Antonyms for waiting:

eagernessperseverancetrustconfidencefaithcertaintydecisionresolutionbeliefgo
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Other 2-syllable words like waiting

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  • requite
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  • blandish
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  • dye
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  • gravest
  • inkstone
  • appoint
  • unthought
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