Awhile

6 lettersadverbmoderate

Updated June 2026

Definition

For a short period of time.

“Sit down and rest awhile before we continue our walk through the forest.”

Pronunciation

Syllables

a·while

Related Words

Synonyms

for a while

Antonyms

permanentlyindefinitely

Word Game Tips

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Wordle

AWHILE has all distinct letters and the WH cluster at positions two and three, testing WH early can help in Wordle.

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Scrabble

Worth 12 points, the W (4 pts) and H (4 pts) give it strong value for a simple adverb, and it fits easily into short board gaps.

Words Related to Awhile

Words you can make from Awhile

Shorter words formed from the letters in “awhile”.

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