adjourn
4 synonyms and 1 antonym for adjourn, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To pause or end a meeting, trial, or event, often to resume it later.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
break up
Antonyms
How to use adjourn
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
adjourn a meeting
adjourn until
court is adjourned
Etymology
From Old French ajourner, from the phrase a jour (nomé), "to a (named) day" — the idea of setting a new date to continue.
Full origin of adjourn →Frequently asked questions
What does “adjourn” mean?
The word “adjourn” means to pause or end a meeting, trial, or event, often to resume it later. In plain terms, to break off a meeting or session, usually with the plan to continue it another time.
How do you pronounce “adjourn”?
“Adjourn” is pronounced uh-JURN (/əˈd͡ʒɝn/ in IPA).
How do you use “adjourn” in a sentence?
Here is “adjourn” used in a sentence: “The judge adjourned the hearing until the following Monday.”
What part of speech is “adjourn”?
“Adjourn” is a verb.
Where does the word “adjourn” come from?
The word “adjourn” comes from Old French. From Old French ajourner, from the phrase a jour (nomé), "to a (named) day" — the idea of setting a new date to continue.
How many meanings does “adjourn” have?
“Adjourn” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to pause or end a meeting, trial, or event, often to resume it later.
