Meanwhile Synonyms

21 meanwhile synonyms include for now, for the moment, for the present, for the time being, meantime, in the meantime, and in the meanwhile. Meanwhile is an adverb, and its antonyms are afterward and subsequently. Here are some additional synonyms for "meanwhile" with example sentences.

Another word for Meanwhile

21 other ways to say meanwhile.

1. for now

  • the while  
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  • temporarily  
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  • pro tem  
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  • meantime  
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  • in the meanwhile  
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  • in the meantime  
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  • in the intervening period  
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  • in the interval  
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  • in the interim  
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  • for the time being  
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  • for the present  
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  • for the moment  
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  • for now  
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  • en attendant  
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  • ad interim  
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2. at the same time

Use meanwhile in a Sentence

She worked hard; meanwhile, he relaxed.

The meeting started; meanwhile, I waited.