bide
1 antonym for bide — opposites grouped by meaning.
Verb — To wait patiently for the right moment.
Synonyms by Meaning
1. verb
To wait patiently for the right moment.
“He decided to bide his time until the market improved.”
2. verb
An older usage meaning to stay, dwell, or remain in a place.
“The travelers bided in the village for the winter.”
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Antonyms
How to use bide
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
bide your time
Etymology
From Old English bidan, "to wait, remain, or endure," from a Proto-Germanic root shared with words for "wait" across many Germanic languages, and distantly related to "faith" and "fidelity" through a common Indo-European root.
Full origin of bide →Frequently asked questions
What does “bide” mean?
The word “bide” means to wait patiently for the right moment. In plain terms, to wait, especially patiently, until the right time.
How do you pronounce “bide”?
“Bide” is pronounced byd (/baɪd/ in IPA).
How do you use “bide” in a sentence?
Here is “bide” used in a sentence: “He decided to bide his time until the market improved.”
What part of speech is “bide”?
“Bide” is a verb.
Where does the word “bide” come from?
The word “bide” comes from Old English.
How many meanings does “bide” have?
“Bide” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to wait patiently for the right moment.
