cessation
1 synonym and 2 antonyms for cessation, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The stopping of something, whether temporary or permanent.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use cessation
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
cessation of hostilities
smoking cessation
Formal; more common in legal, medical, or diplomatic writing than in everyday speech.
Etymology
From Latin cessatio, related to cease.
Full origin of cessation →Frequently asked questions
What does “cessation” mean?
The word “cessation” means the stopping of something, whether temporary or permanent. In plain terms, a formal word for stopping or ending something.
How do you pronounce “cessation”?
“Cessation” is pronounced seh-SAY-shuhn (/sɛˈseɪʃən/ in IPA).
How do you use “cessation” in a sentence?
Here is “cessation” used in a sentence: “Both sides agreed to a cessation of hostilities.”
What part of speech is “cessation”?
“Cessation” is a noun.
Where does the word “cessation” come from?
The word “cessation” comes from Latin. From Latin cessatio, related to cease.
Is “cessation” a common word?
“Cessation” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the C1 level.
