Synonyms for

Stop

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

Definition

to come to an end; to cease

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

cease terminate discontinue halt

Informal

quit cut it out knock it off hold up

Literary

abate desist stay

Antonyms

start begin continue proceed go advance commence

Common collocations

  • stop working
  • stop talking
  • stop running
  • stop the car
  • stop smoking
  • stop the fight
  • stop and think

Word family

noun stop
verb stop
adjective stopped

Usage note

The word 'stop' can be used transitively (e.g., 'stop the music') or intransitively (e.g., 'the music stopped'). Be mindful of context when choosing synonyms.

Example sentences

  1. The traffic light told us to stop.
  2. I need to stop and tie my shoe.
  3. I told my sister to stop singing.
  4. The rain finally stopped after three days.
  5. I have to stop eating so much candy.

Quotes

  • Stop worrying about the potholes in the road and enjoy the journey.
  • Stop being afraid of what could go wrong and start being excited about what could go right.
  • If you want to make your dreams come true, the first thing you have to do is stop dreaming.

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