Antonyms for stand by


Grammar : Noun, verb
Spell : stand-bahy
Phonetic Transcription : ˈstændˌbaɪ


Definition of stand by

Origin :
  • Old English standan (class VI strong verb; past tense stod, past participle standen), from Proto-Germanic *sta-n-d- (cf. Old Norse standa, Old Saxon and Gothic standan, Old High German stantan, Swedish stÃ¥, Dutch staan, German stehen), from PIE root *sta- "to stand" (see stet).
  • Sense of "to exist, be present" is attested from c.1300. Meaning "to pay for as a treat" is from 1821. Phrase stands to reason (1620) is from earlier stands (is constant) with reason. Phrase stand pat is originally from poker (1882); stand down in the military sense of "go off duty" is first recorded 1916. Standing ovation attested by 1968; standing army is from c.1600.
  • As in recourse : noun alternative
  • As in understudy : noun substitute
  • As in maintain : verb assert, claim; argue for
  • As in recommend : verb advise, approve
  • As in second : verb support, advance a suggestion
  • As in sit tight : verb be patient, wait
  • As in sustain : verb keep up, maintain
  • As in swear by : verb be certain, recommend
  • As in befriend : verb make social acquaintance; support
  • As in uphold : verb maintain, support
  • As in wait : verb pause, rest
  • As in back up : verb support
  • As in adhere : verb conform to or follow rules exactly
  • As in defend : verb show support for
  • As in go to bat for : verb show support for
  • As in help : verb aid, assist

Synonyms for stand by

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