Synonyms of cease

Antonyms of cease

Collocations of cease

cease fire
Frequency: 80 %

The two countries agreed to a cease fire after months of conflict.

cease hostilities
Frequency: 70 %

The two warring factions finally agreed to cease hostilities and work towards peace.

cease operation
Frequency: 65 %

The factory had to cease operation due to a lack of funding.

cease production
Frequency: 60 %

The company had to cease production of their popular product due to a recall.

cease communication
Frequency: 45 %

The two parties decided to cease communication until they could reach a compromise.

Idiomatic Expressions for cease

  • Phrase: cease and desist
    Meaning: to stop doing something, especially something that is illegal or against the rules
    Usage: The company received a cease and desist order from the government.