Synonyms for

Halt

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

Definition

to stop or cause to stop moving

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

cease terminate discontinue suspend

Informal

stop quit cut it out knock it off

Literary

stay abide tarry

Antonyms

continue proceed advance go progress start commence

Common collocations

  • halt production
  • halt progress
  • halt the advance
  • halt trading
  • halt operations
  • halt construction
  • halt all activity

Word family

noun halt
verb halt
adjective halted

Usage note

While 'halt' can be used informally, it often carries a more formal or official tone, implying a command or a necessary stop. It is frequently used in contexts of military commands, industrial processes, or official decisions.

Example sentences

  1. The bus came to a halt at the bus stop.
  2. The teacher asked the students to halt talking.
  3. The construction work halted the traffic on the road.
  4. The company had to halt production due to a shortage of raw materials.
  5. The police officer instructed the suspect to halt.

Quotes

  • All great things must first wear terrifying and monstrous masks in order to inscribe themselves on the hearts of humanity. - Friedrich Nietzsche
  • Success is not final, failure is not fatal: It is the courage to continue that counts. - Winston Churchill
  • The only way to do great work is to love what you do. - Steve Jobs

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