Meanwhile
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈmiːnwaɪl/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Meanwhile is a noun meaning The time between two events.
Meaning
The time between two events.
More Meanings
- During the time that something is happening, often specifically in a different place.
- During an intervening time; from now until a future time.
- In contrast to aspects previously mentioned.
Example Sentences
There was a party going on downstairs. Meanwhile, I was reading a book.
We’re going on holiday next month; meanwhile, keep working on the project.
Some songs on the album are beautiful. Meanwhile, others are quite forgettable.
“[…] I’m not ignoring you, I’m very sorry, I’ll talk to you soon. Meanwhile, get your tickets.”
Word Forms
- meanwhiles
Synonyms for meanwhile
Depending on context, synonyms include between-time, meantime, meanwhilst.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include meantime, while, there, interim, alternatively, secondly.
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