Synonyms for

Shutdown

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

Definition

The act of closing down a business, operation, or system, typically temporarily.

Synonyms & similar words

closing closedown closure closure halt cessation stoppage pause discontinuation termination standstill lockdown suspension cease stop ending interruption break hiatus freeze stand-off blockade obstruction

Synonyms by register

Formal

cessation termination discontinuation closure

Informal

power off turn off shut down close down

Literary

demise quiescence

Antonyms

start commence initiate launch activate operation beginning

Common collocations

  • complete shutdown
  • emergency shutdown
  • sudden shutdown
  • system shutdown
  • factory shutdown
  • government shutdown
  • power shutdown
  • shutdown procedures

Word family

noun shutdown
verb shut down

Usage note

While 'shutdown' can be used as a noun, 'shut down' is the verb form. Be mindful of the context to distinguish between the action and the event.

Example sentences

  1. The factory had to go into a shutdown after the power outage.
  2. The shutdown of the airport caused many flights to be cancelled.
  3. The computer system had to undergo a shutdown for maintenance.
  4. The teacher announced a school shutdown due to the snowstorm.
  5. The company faced a financial crisis and had to declare a shutdown.

Quotes

  • A government shutdown is never a good thing. It's not a good thing for the government, for the people, for the economy, for anybody. - Chuck Schumer
  • Shutdowns and lockdowns can't cure a disease any more than a tourniquet can cure a gunshot wound. - Thomas Massie
  • The shutdown of public schools has been a disaster for many children and families. - Randi Weingarten

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