CEASE-FIRE Synonyms
There are 6 hypernyms of the word cease-fire. (close relations)
Best Alternative Words for CEASE-FIRE
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armistice | nounn | |||||||
noun • a state of peace agreed to between opponents so they can discuss peace terms | ||||||||
truce | nounn | |||||||
noun • a state of peace agreed to between opponents so they can discuss peace terms | ||||||||
halt | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • the state of inactivity following an interruption • the event of something ending • an interruption or temporary suspension of progress or movement adjective satellite • disabled in the feet or legs verb • cause to come to an abrupt stop • come to a halt, stop moving • stop from happening or developing • stop the flow of a liquid | ||||||||
suspension | nounn | |||||||
noun • a mixture in which fine particles are suspended in a fluid where they are supported by buoyancy • a time interval during which there is a temporary cessation of something • temporary cessation or suspension • an interruption in the intensity or amount of something • a mechanical system of springs or shock absorbers connecting the wheels and axles to the chassis of a wheeled vehicle • the act of suspending something (hanging it from above so it moves freely) • a temporary debarment (from a privilege or position etc) |