The difference between Bide and Stand by

When used as verbs, bide means to bear, whereas stand by means to wait in expectation of some event.

check bellow for the other definitions of Bide and Stand by

  1. Bide as a verb (transitive, chiefly, dialectal):

    To bear; to endure; to tolerate.

  2. Bide as a verb (intransitive, archaic, or, dialectal):

    To dwell or reside in a location; to abide.

  3. Bide as a verb (intransitive, archaic, or, dialectal):

    To wait; to be in expectation; to stay; to remain.

  4. Bide as a verb (transitive, archaic):

    To wait for; to await.

  1. Stand by as a verb (idiomatic, intransitive):

    To wait in expectation of some event; to make ready.

    Examples:

    "Please stand by for more instructions."

  2. Stand by as a verb (idiomatic, transitive):

    To remain loyal or faithful to.

    Examples:

    "Even though money is scarce sometimes, Ann stands by her decision to be a full-time mother."

  3. Stand by as a verb (idiomatic, transitive):

    To support; to continue to support despite things being bad.

    Examples:

    "They stood by us all along and it's awesome to see them out here to support us today."

  4. Stand by as a verb (intransitive):

    To do nothing. To be inactive in a situation.

    Examples:

    "I can't simply stand by and watch you ruin your life."

  5. Stand by as a verb (intransitive):

    to be ready to provide assistance if required.

    Examples:

    "The tug stood by in case it was needed."

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