Cessation

Noun

Definition: The fact or process of ending or being brought to an end.

Synonyms: Termination, Discontinuation, Halt

Antonyms: Continuation, Continuation, Persistence

Examples:
  • The company announced the cessation of its operations.
  • The doctor advised a cessation of smoking to improve his health.
Mnemonics:
  • Think of "cess" in cessation as "cesspool," which refers to a stagnant or ending point.

Etymology:

Origin:

Cessation comes from the Latin word "cessātiōnem," which means "a delaying, loitering, halting."

Historical Usage:

The word has been used in English since the 15th century with a similar meaning of ending or ceasing.

Related Idioms:

Idiom:

"Cease and desist"

Explanation:

This phrase is often used in legal contexts to demand the immediate cessation of an action or behavior.

Misconceptions:

Misconception:

Confusing cessation with cessationist

Explanation:

Cessation is a noun that means the ending or bringing to an end, while cessationist is a term commonly used in religious contexts to refer to those who believe that certain spiritual gifts or manifestations have ceased or ended.

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