Synonyms for dawdle Found 5 synonyms across 3 meanings for “dawdle”. take one's time (verb) linger waste time (verb) dally hang (back) or fall (behind) in movement, progress, development, etc. (verb) lag Explore Related Words Rhymes with dawdleSynonyms for lingerSynonyms for dallySynonyms for lag Synonym Finder | Rhyme Finder | Poetry Editor