waylaid
verbHow many syllables in waylaid?
There are 2 syllables in the word waylaid.Divide waylaid into syllables:
way · laid
How to pronounce waylaid:
Definition of waylaid:
- waylaid (verb):
- to lie in wait for and attack
- to lie in wait for or attack (someone) from ambush
Synonyms for waylaid:
ambush
ambushed
assaulted
attack
attacked
captured
catch
hold up
lie in wait for
set upon
surprise
surprised
surprized
Antonyms for waylaid:
allowed
forwarded
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