call off (B1)

verb

Pronunciation: /kɔːl ˈɒf/

Definition

To cancel an event or arrangement, usually because it is no longer possible or practical.

Examples

• They had to call off the wedding due to the pandemic.

• The strike was called off after negotiations with management.

• We had to call off our camping trip because of the bad weather.

How to Use call off

call off something (phrasal verb)

To cancel an event or arrangement. — "We had to call off the picnic because of the rain."

call off (phrasal verb)

To cancel (used without an object when the context is clear). — "The organizers decided to call off."

Synonyms of call off

Words with a similar meaning to call off:

• cancel
• postpone
• abrogate
• rescind

Antonyms of call off

Words with the opposite meaning to call off:

• hold
• proceed
• stage

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