WAYLAY Synonyms
There are 16 synonyms of the word
waylay.
(exact relations)
There is 1 hypernym of the word waylay. (close relations)
There is 1 hypernym of the word waylay. (close relations)
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Definition of WAYLAY
Definition of WAYLAY
Best Alternative Words for WAYLAY
| Rank | Word | Save? | More Syns.. | Usage | Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ambush | verb, nounv, n | ||||
| 2 | accost | verbv | ||||
| 3 | apprehend | verbv | ||||
| 4 | attack | verb, nounv, n | ||||
| 5 | capture | verbv | ||||
| 6 | detain | verbv | ||||
| 7 | intercept | verb, nounv, n | ||||
| 8 | obstruct | verbv | ||||
| 9 | stop | verb, nounv, n | ||||
| 10 | surprise | verb, nounv, n | ||||
| 11 | lurk | verbv | ||||
| 12 | buttonhole | verb, nounv, n | ||||
| 13 | ambuscade | verb, nounv, n | ||||
| 14 | bushwhack | verbv | ||||
| 15 | scupper | verb, nounv, n | ||||
| 16 | lie in wait | verbv |
Best Hypernyms For WAYLAY
Here is a list of related hypernyms for
waylay, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
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