B2verbformalworktravel
US/əˈweɪt/
UK/əˈweɪt/
to wait for something that is going to happen or arrive
In context
We are still awaiting the results of the test.
Passengers await their luggage at the end of the hall.
A warm welcome awaits you at the hotel.
Words that go with await
verb + noun
- await the resultsApplicants must await the results by email.
- await trialHe is in prison awaiting trial.
- await a decisionThe committee will await a decision from the court.
- await further instructionsPlease stay here and await further instructions.
adverb + verb
- eagerly awaitFans eagerly await the new album.
- anxiously awaitShe anxiously awaited news from her son.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
We await for your reply.Correct: We await your reply.
Incorrect:
I am awaiting you at the gate.Correct: I am waiting for you at the gate.