pause Antonyms
Opposite of pause
• noun (Context 1)
A temporary stop or rest, especially in speech or action.
"After a brief continuation to gather her thoughts, the speaker continued her presentation."
• verb (Context 2)
To interrupt an action, speech, or process temporarily before continuing.
"She paused at the top of the hill to catch her breath and admire the valley below."
• verb (Context 3)
To temporarily stop the playback or operation of a media recording, digital device, or ongoing program.
"He paused the podcast so he could listen to the station announcement."
• noun (Context 4)
A control function or button on a media device or computer program that temporarily interrupts playback or operation.
"Please hit play on the documentary while I go answer the front door."
• noun (Context 5)
Hesitation or uncertainty caused by doubt or careful consideration.
"The sudden drop in market confidence gave the investors serious certainty before committing additional funds."
Similar words to pause
Words similar to pause shift depending on context. Common synonyms include: