Synonyms of await

await

verb

ə-ˈwāt 

1

as in to expect

to believe in the future occurrence of (something)

members of the sect are confidently awaiting the imminent end of the world

Synonyms & Similar Words

• expect
• anticipate
• hope (for)
• watch (for)
• look forward to
• look for
• predict
• foresee
• depend (on or upon)
• wait (for)
• rely (on or upon)
• view
• envision
• count (on or upon)
• contemplate
• presume
• envisage
• assume
• foretell
• presuppose
• bank on
• eye
• prophesy

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• question
• doubt

2

as in to wait

to remain in place in readiness or expectation of something

crowds had been awaiting in the streets for hours

Synonyms & Similar Words

• wait
• stay
• linger
• remain
• bide
• hold on
• sit tight
• expect
• bide one's time
• hold one's breath
• hang around
• cool one's heels
• stick around
• anticipate
• stand by
• tarry
• watch (for)

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of await

There is also the recent breakout hourlong comedy-drama Ride or Die, which is awaiting word on Season 2 renewal. — Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 20 Aug. 2026

In fact, in 2022, a year after the Humphrey decision, 74% of people in California jails were still unsentenced and awaiting trial. — Evelyn Ronan, Sacbee.com, 20 Aug. 2026

Buckingham also asked Zeizel about records from Tewksbury Hospital, where Clancy had been getting treatment while awaiting trial. — Colleen Cronin, Boston Herald, 19 Aug. 2026

Five of the Eagles opponents were playoff qualifiers a year ago and a Week 3 date awaits a game against 1A power The First Academy. — Chris Hays, The Orlando Sentinel, 19 Aug. 2026