cessation

noun

ces·​sa·​tion se-ˈsā-shən 

: a temporary or final ceasing (as of action) : stop

mutually agreed to a cessation of fighting

Synonyms

• arrest
• arrestment
• cease
• check
• close
• closedown
• closure
• conclusion
• cutoff
• discontinuance
• discontinuation
• end
• ending
• expiration
• finish
• halt
• lapse
• offset
• shutdown
• shutoff
• stay
• stop
• stoppage
• surcease
• termination

Examples of cessation in a Sentence

Relapses after cessation of treatment are common.

the cessation of the snowstorm was a relief

Recent Examples on the Web

The presence of such peacekeepers probably would require a cessation of hostilities between Russia and Ukraine. —Katya Soldak, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024

Kaur used her platform to call for the recognition of artists’ political voices and for a cessation of Israel’s war in Gaza. —News Desk, Artforum, 3 Dec. 2024

This is designed to be a permanent cessation of hostilities. —ABC News, 1 Dec. 2024

The agreement, which is set to take effect at 4 a.m. local time on Wednesday, reportedly calls for a 60-day cessation of hostilities along with the withdrawal of both Israeli troops and Hezbollah fighters from southern Lebanon. —Tom O'Connor, Newsweek, 26 Nov. 2024

Word History

Etymology

Middle English cessacioun, from Middle French cessation, from Latin cessation-, cessatio delay, idleness, from cessare to delay, be idle — more at cease

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

cessation

noun

ces·​sa·​tion se-ˈsā-shən 

: a stopping of action