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Meaning of abided
The primary meaning of the word "abided" is to remain or stay in a place or situation.
Etymology of abided
The word "abided" originates from the Old English words "abid" or "abide", which are derived from "abid" (to wait or stay) and the prefix "a-" (on or at) and the verb "bid" (to stay or wait)
Historically, the word has been used since the 9th century to convey the idea of remaining or staying in a place, situation, or condition
Synonyms
remained
stayed
endured
tolerated
persisted
continued
lasted
stayed put
held on
clung
adhered
conformed
complied
cooperated
acquiesced
assented
accepted
concurred
agreed
obeyed
followed
observed
kept
maintained
sustained
supported
upheld
respected
honored
heeded
listened
attended
waited
paused
stopped
halted
lingered
delayed
hesitated
restrained
refrained
desisted
ceased
Definitions
- To remain or stay in a place or situation
- * To accept or act in accordance with a rule, decision, or arrangement
- * To tolerate or endure a difficult or unpleasant situation
Usage Examples
- She abided by the rules and regulations of the company
- * The hikers abided in the mountains for several days
- * He abided the decision of the judge and accepted the sentence