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What is another word for Interval? – 118 Interval Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    period pause break gap space span time term duration interlude recess hiatus lacuna intermission rest stop halt cessation lull stillness quiet silence respite reprieve breathing space timeout moratorium delay deferment postponement stay wait intervallic separation division partition

    Meaning of Interval

    According to the Oxford English Dictionary, an interval is a period of time between two events or times, or a pause or break in a process or activity.

    Definitions

    • Merriam-Webster defines an interval as a space of time between events or states, or a brief period of time when something is stopped or interrupted.
    • Cambridge Dictionary describes an interval as a period of time between two events or a pause in an activity.

    Example Uses

    • The concert had a 15-minute interval between the two acts, during which the audience could buy refreshments.
    • The doctor recommended a short interval of rest before resuming physical activity.
    • The interval between the two world wars was marked by a period of economic depression.
    • The hikers took a short interval to eat lunch and enjoy the view.

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    continuity continuity continuation extension prolongation persistence endurance perpetuation uninterrupted unbroken seamless continuous ceaseless endless constant uninterrupted unrelenting unremitting persistent perpetual

    Related Nouns

    time period span duration term season semester quarter year decade century millennium era age epoch phase stage cycle sequence series pattern rhythm

    Related Verbs

    pause stop halt break interrupt suspend delay postpone defer wait rest recess separate divide partition space time schedule coordinate arrange

    Related Adjectives

    temporary brief short long prolonged extended continuous constant periodic regular irregular intermittent sporadic frequent infrequent occasional rare regular systematic methodical