Prorogue (Verb)

Meaning ¹

Hold back to a later time; "let's postpone the exam".

Classification

Verbs of being, having, spatial relations.

Synonyms

• Defer
• Set Back
• Put Off
• Postpone
• Table
• Shelve
• Remit
• Hold Over
• Put Over

Hypernyms

• Delay

Hyponyms

• Call
• Probate
• Hold
• Reprieve
• Suspend

Related Words

• Prorogation (noun)

Meaning ²

Adjourn by royal prerogative; without dissolving the legislative body.

Classification

Verbs of political and social activities and events.

Hypernyms

• Retire
• Withdraw

Related Words

• Prorogation (noun)