Definitions
There are 4 meanings of the word
Paused.
How to pronounce paused:
US
Paused - as a noun
A time interval during which there is a temporary cessation of something
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
break11intermission14interruption14suspension12Hypernyms (Closely Related)
interval11time intervalHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Paused - as a verb
Interrupt temporarily an activity before continuing
Example: "The speaker paused"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
hesitate11Hypernyms (Closely Related)
delay9Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Cease an action temporarily
Example: "We pause for station identification"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
break11intermit10Hypernyms (Closely Related)
break upcut offdisrupt10interrupt11Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"She paused for a moment before answering the question."
"He paused to catch his breath after running up the stairs."
"The pianist paused briefly between movements."
"The audience paused for a moment, waiting for the next act to begin."
"He paused the movie to answer the phone."
Word Game Points
Is PAUSED a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, paused is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
PAUSED has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.
Is PAUSED a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, paused is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPAUSED has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.
Is PAUSED a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, paused is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPAUSED has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.