All abeyance synonyms
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A a noun abeyance
- inactivity — not active: an inactive volcano.
- dormancy — the state of being dormant.
- recess — temporary withdrawal or cessation from the usual work or activity.
- remission — the act of remitting.
- latency — the state of being latent.
- intermission — a short interval between the acts of a play or parts of a public performance, usually a period of approximately 10 or 15 minutes, allowing the performers and audience a rest.
- postponement — to put off to a later time; defer: He has postponed his departure until tomorrow.
- quiescence — being at rest; quiet; still; inactive or motionless: a quiescent mind.
- suspension — the act of suspending.
- discontinuation — a breach or interruption of continuity or unity: Progress was delayed by repeated discontinuations of work.
- waiting — an act or instance of waiting or awaiting; delay; halt: a wait at the border.