withhold

Meaning

to refuse to give or keep back something

to refuse to give something that is due, desired, or expected

Example Sentences

The company decided to withhold his bonus.

The company decided to withhold payment until the project was completed.

Example Expressions

withhold judgment

Synonyms

retain, keep back, refuse, deny, suppress, reserve

Entry 1

retain, keep back, refuse, deny

Entry 2

retain, keep back, deny, suppress, reserve

Antonyms

give, provide, release, grant

Entry 1

give, provide, release, grant

Entry 2

release, grant, give

Collocations

withhold information, withhold payment, withhold consent, withhold judgment, withhold approval

Entry 1

withhold information, withhold payment, withhold consent, withhold judgment

Entry 2

withhold payment, withhold information, withhold approval, withhold judgment