ceased

[seest] / sist /

ADJECTIVE

finished

Synonyms

STRONGEST

closed concluded decided ended full realized resolved satisfied settled stopped

STRONG

accomplished achieved compassed consummated discharged dispatched effected effectuated elaborated executed finalized fulfilled lapsed made perfected performed shut terminated

WEAK

brought about come to an end disposed of done for done with entire final in the past over over and done put into effect sewn-up through tied-up worked out wound-up wrapped-up

Antonyms

STRONGEST

incomplete

WEAK

unfinished

Example Sentences

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US Central Command confirmed the lifting of the blockade on X "in accordance with the President's direction", and US enforcement of the blockade has ceased.

From BBC • Jun. 18, 2026

He said many journalists "disapproved" of past coverage, but "could not ignore" instructions from higher-ups -- until they ceased in recent weeks.

From Barron's • May 30, 2026

MLV lost its San Diego franchise, which ceased operations after the 2026 season.

From Los Angeles Times • May 26, 2026

It was confirmed manufacturing had ceased in April and more than 100 jobs had been lost so far.

From BBC • May 21, 2026

Then I saw two men enter bringing the food and all other thought ceased.

From "Nectar in a Sieve" by Kamala Markandaya

ceased

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