CEFR B2

ceased

verb

Meaning

Stopped or brought an action or state to an end.

Examples

The factory ceased production after the equipment failed.
The arguments ceased once the mediator arrived.

Synonyms: stop, end, halt, terminate

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ceased (B2)

verb

Pronunciation: /siːst/

Definition

Stopped or brought an action or state to an end.

Examples

The factory ceased production after the equipment failed.
The arguments ceased once the mediator arrived.
They ceased all communication with the rival company.

How to Use ceased

cease to [verb] (collocation): to stop doing a specific action — "They ceased to exist as a functioning organization."
cease [noun] (collocation): to stop a process or activity — "The company will cease operations next month."

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