Anachronistic form of "while", used to create an illusion of intelligence or literacy. More often than not makes the user sound like a pretentious ass.
by Vith January 14, 2013
Centuries ago, the word "while" developed into "whiles" and "whilst". "Whiles" was soon dropped from usage, but "whilst" persists to this day, even though it is considered archaic.
The only difference between their meanings, and it is a subtle one, is that "whilst" has a slightly greater emphasis on two events happening concurrently. For example:
The only difference between their meanings, and it is a subtle one, is that "whilst" has a slightly greater emphasis on two events happening concurrently. For example:
While other goods are becoming cheaper, bread is becoming more expensive." (You would not use "whilst" here.)
The guys were filming the video whilst jumping off cliffs! (You could use "while" here, but you would lose the emphasis on the dramatic fact that the two acts were being done at the same time.)
The guys were filming the video whilst jumping off cliffs! (You could use "while" here, but you would lose the emphasis on the dramatic fact that the two acts were being done at the same time.)
by Brother Ramon July 10, 2011
"I'll do the dishes whilst you do the laudnry"
as apposed to
"While you were out of town, i skeeted all over your furniture."
as apposed to
"While you were out of town, i skeeted all over your furniture."
by krevin April 17, 2007
by Kamikazie June 26, 2006
A word used by pretentious people that has the EXACT same meaning as "while." It is used for the soul purpose of appearing "different" or "unique." Often used by British people. Use this word if you want to sound like a cunt.
by lamasauce August 16, 2015
Another way to say 'while.'
People who use the word 'whilst' think they sound intelligent, but no… they just sound fucking retarded.
People who use the word 'whilst' think they sound intelligent, but no… they just sound fucking retarded.
by SHUTUPjasper January 12, 2015
A fancier way to say Multi-Tasking. Use it to impress your friends at your mastery of the English language.
by Dominic Chacal October 27, 2011