01. DAIS Meaning - A raised platform, as in for lecture, prize distribution. Synonyms - stage, podium, rostrum. Antonyms - // comment if you know. Usage - She went on to the dais to take prize. 02. DALLY / DAWDLE Meaning - To waste time, to trifle. Synonyms - Dawdle, timepass, waste-time, linger, loiter, hang, trifle. Antonyms - hasten, hurry, step ...more»