Synonyms for

Ceased

Verb / si:st / Another word for ceased — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to stop or come to an end

Synonyms & similar words

continue terminate giveup finish cease stop begin discontinue quit layoff end halted stopped ended terminated concluded finished closed abandoned desisted forbore

Synonyms by register

Formal

discontinued terminated halted suspended

Informal

stopped quit ended called it a day

Literary

abated faded waned

Antonyms

begun started continued persisted ongoing active commenced

Common collocations

  • ceased to exist
  • ceased operations
  • ceased production
  • ceased trading
  • ceased fire
  • ceased to function
  • ceased all activity

Word family

noun cessation
verb cease
adjective non-ceasing

Usage note

Ceased is the past tense of cease, meaning to stop or bring to an end. It is often used in formal contexts or when referring to the termination of activities or processes.

Example sentences

  1. The baby ceased crying when her mother picked her up.
  2. The rain finally ceased after three days of constant downpour.
  3. The company ceased operations due to financial difficulties.
  4. The students ceased talking when the teacher entered the room.
  5. The factory ceased production after the machinery broke down.

Quotes

  • Cease trying to be someone you're not. You are perfect just the way you are. - Unknown
  • Faith is a continuation of reason. - William Adams
  • Cease trying to work everything out with your minds. It will get you nowhere. Live by intuition and inspiration and let your whole life be a Revelation. - Eileen Caddy

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