Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word The time period between two events
Meantime
/ˈmiːntaɪm/Synonyms:
Antonyms:
This word has no antonymsExamples:
I'll make dinner; meantime, set the table.She'll arrive later. In the meantime, let's have tea.
Etymology:
The word meantime is derived from the Middle English word meantyme, which originated from Old English gemǣnan meaning common, together, and tīma meaning time.
Usage Statistics:
14 mentions per 1 million words 
Hint: Frequency according to COCA
Moderate
Hint: Frequency according to COCA
© 2026 Lithium Lab Pte Ltd