tarry
2 antonyms for tarry — opposites grouped by meaning.
Verb — (literary) To stay somewhere longer than planned, or to delay leaving.
Antonyms
How to use tarry
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
tarry awhile
don't tarry
Old-fashioned or literary — you'll see it in older texts and poetic writing more than everyday speech.
Etymology
From Middle English tarien, from an Old English word meaning to vex or provoke; the sense shifted over time to "linger."
Full origin of tarry →Frequently asked questions
What does “tarry” mean?
The word “tarry” means (literary) To stay somewhere longer than planned, or to delay leaving. In plain terms, to linger or delay somewhere, rather than moving on.
How do you pronounce “tarry”?
“Tarry” is pronounced TA-ree (/ˈtæ.ɹi/ in IPA).
How do you use “tarry” in a sentence?
Here is “tarry” used in a sentence: “Don't tarry — we need to leave before the storm arrives.”
What is another word for “tarry”?
Words with a similar meaning to “tarry” include abide, eld, linger, stay and wait.
What is the opposite of “tarry”?
The opposite of “tarry” — its antonyms — are go and leave.
What part of speech is “tarry”?
“Tarry” is a verb.
Where does the word “tarry” come from?
The word “tarry” comes from Old English. From Middle English tarien, from an Old English word meaning to vex or provoke; the sense shifted over time to "linger.".
