Synonyms for

Abort

Verb / ʌˈbɔ:rt / Another word for abort — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to stop something before it is completed

Synonyms & similar words

cancel stop halt cease terminate annul nullify void scrub abandon revoke rescind withdraw discontinue end drop

Synonyms by register

Formal

terminate discontinue suspend halt

Informal

quit bail chuck it give up

Literary

renounce forswear

Antonyms

continue proceed initiate start begin launch commence

Common collocations

  • abort mission
  • abort launch
  • abort procedure
  • abort attempt
  • abort program
  • abort flight
  • abort operation

Word family

noun abortion
verb abort
adjective abortive

Usage note

Primarily used in technical or formal contexts, such as space missions or medical procedures. The informal use to mean 'give up' is less common and can sound abrupt.

Example sentences

  1. The mission had to be aborted due to technical difficulties.
  2. She decided to abort her plans to go on vacation.
  3. The pilot had to abort the landing due to bad weather conditions.
  4. The team had to abort the project because of lack of funding.
  5. The doctor recommended that she abort the pregnancy.

Quotes

  • I cannot support any politician that wants to defund Planned Parenthood and limit a woman's right to abort.
  • If you don't want to abort, then don't. But don't tell someone else they can't.
  • The decision to abort should be a personal one, not a political one.

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