Synonyms of suspension

suspension

noun

sə-ˈspen(t)-shən 

as in suspense

a state of temporary inactivity

trading with that nation is in suspension until it improves its record on human rights

Synonyms & Similar Words

• suspense
• abeyance
• moratorium
• coma
• cold storage
• suspended animation
• latency
• quiescence
• recession
• dormancy
• inertia
• recess
• rest
• inaction
• deep freeze
• doldrums
• holding pattern
• standstill
• inertness
• motionlessness
• slumber
• impasse
• hibernation
• sleep
• remission
• hypnosis
• layoff
• downtime
• torpor
• repose
• idleness

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• continuation
• continuance
• renewal
• resumption
• resuscitation
• recommencement

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of suspension

The first leg in Monte Carlo ended 1-0 in Benfica's favor, and now, with home advantage and a Monaco squad struggling with suspensions, the Portuguese giants have a golden opportunity to finish the job in Lisbon. —Matt Robison, Newsweek, 18 Feb. 2025

To see the number of reprimands, violations, suspensions and total summary punishments each year, click on the dropdown arrow below. —Sam Charles, Chicago Tribune, 18 Feb. 2025

Under the terms of his 12-month suspension, Vukov is ineligible to register for the WTA Coaching Program. —Charlie Eccleshare, The Athletic, 18 Feb. 2025

President Trump voluntarily dismissed his legal battle with X regarding the social media platform's permanent suspension of the president's account following the Capitol riot on Jan. 6, 2021. —Axios, 8 Feb. 2025