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Meaning of discontinuing
The primary meaning of the word "discontinuing" is to stop something from continuing or to bring something to an end.
Etymology of discontinuing
The word "discontinuing" originates from the Latin words "dis" meaning "opposite of" and "continuare" meaning "to continue", with the suffix "-ing" added to form the present participle
Historically, the word has been used since the 15th century to describe the act of stopping or ceasing something
Synonyms
stopping
halting
ceasing
terminating
ending
breaking
interrupting
suspending
abandoning
quitting
giving up
relinquishing
canceling
nullifying
repealing
rescinding
revoking
withdrawing
dropping
shelving
postponing
delaying
deferring
pausing
interrupting
discontinuing
breaking off
laying off
letting go
severing
cutting off
stopping short
Definitions
- To stop something from continuing or to bring something to an end
- * To cease or abandon a activity, practice, or habit
- * To stop making or supplying something
Usage Examples
- The company is discontinuing the production of the product due to low sales
- * She decided to discontinue her studies and pursue a career in music
- * The government is discontinuing the funding for the project due to lack of progress
Antonyms
continuing
starting
resuming
restarting
reviving
renewing
restoring
reinstating
perpetuating
prolonging
extending
expanding
increasing
augmenting
enhancing
improving
maintaining
preserving
retaining
upholding
supporting