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Synonyms of suspension

6 similar words

Another word for suspension is intermission. Other synonyms of suspension are stop.

Synonyms and similar words for suspension

nounA temporary or conditional delay, interruption or discontinuation.

nounMore synonyms

  • out-of-school suspensionA disciplinary measure in which a student is prohibited from attending school or accessing campus facilities for a...
  • intermissionA break, especially between two performances or sessions, such as at a concert, play, seminar, or religious assembly.
  • interruption
  • stop
  • syncope

Meaning of suspension

  1. noun The act of suspending, or the state of being suspended.
  2. noun A temporary or conditional delay, interruption or discontinuation.
  3. noun The state of a solid or substance produced when its particles are mixed with, but not dissolved in, a fluid, and are capable of separation by straining.

Full definition of suspension

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Questions about synonyms of suspension

What is another word for suspension?
Suspension has 6 synonyms on Word.ws, such as intermission and stop.
What does suspension mean?
Suspension means the act of suspending, or the state of being suspended.

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