Synonyms for

Discontinue

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

Definition

To stop doing something or to bring something to an end.

Synonyms & similar words

break giveup stop continue cease layoff breakoff quit cease end halt terminate suspend stop cancel drop quit abandon desist interrupt pause close withdraw

Example sentences

  1. I decided to discontinue my gym membership because I wasn't using it.
  2. The company will discontinue its product line due to low sales.
  3. The teacher asked the student to discontinue talking during class.
  4. The doctor instructed the patient to discontinue taking the medication.
  5. The band announced that they will discontinue performing together after their final tour.

Quotes

  • We can easily forgive a child who is afraid of the dark; the real tragedy of life is when men are afraid of the light. - Plato
  • The only way to do great work is to love what you do. - Steve Jobs
  • Believe you can and you're halfway there. - Theodore Roosevelt

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