suspended
10 synonyms and 1 antonym for suspended, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Stopped or paused for a time.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
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.
Antonyms
How to use suspended
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
suspended sentence
suspended animation
suspended from a wire
Frequently asked questions
What does “suspended” mean?
The word “suspended” means stopped or paused for a time. In plain terms, temporarily paused, or physically hanging in place.
How do you pronounce “suspended”?
“Suspended” is pronounced suh-SPEHN-dihd (/səˈspɛndɪd/ in IPA).
How do you use “suspended” in a sentence?
Here is “suspended” used in a sentence: “The trial ended in a suspended sentence.”
What is another word for “suspended”?
Words with a similar meaning to “suspended” include abeyant, dormant, paused and delayed.
What part of speech is “suspended”?
“Suspended” is an adjective.
Is “suspended” a common word?
“Suspended” is a fairly common word in modern English.
How many meanings does “suspended” have?
“Suspended” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: stopped or paused for a time.
What is the difference between 'suspended' and 'cancelled'?
Suspended means stopped or paused for a time, with the possibility of resuming later. Cancelled means called off completely, with no plan to continue, so a suspended service may restart, but a cancelled one will not.
What is the difference between 'suspended' and 'expelled' from school?
A student who is suspended is stopped from attending for a set period, after which they can return. A student who is expelled is permanently removed and cannot come back, so suspension is temporary and expulsion is final.
