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Meaning of discontinues
The primary meaning of the word "discontinues" is to stop something from continuing or to bring something to an end.
Etymology of discontinues
The word "discontinues" originates from the Latin words "dis" meaning "opposite of" and "continuare" meaning "to continue"
Historically, the word has been used since the 15th century to describe the act of stopping or ending something
Synonyms
abandons
stops
ceases
suspends
terminates
ends
halts
discontinues
breaks
interrupts
severs
cuts
cancels
nullifies
rescinds
repeals
revokes
withdraws
desists
refrains
pauses
postpones
delays
lays off
shuts down
closes
mothballs
drops
gives up
relinquishes
abdicates
renounces
rejects
refuses
denies
withholds
holds back
Definitions
- To stop something from continuing or to bring something to an end
- * To cease to produce, publish, or provide something
- * To stop doing or using something
Usage Examples
- The company will discontinue the production of the product due to low sales
- * She decided to discontinue her studies and pursue a different career
- * The government will discontinue the funding for the project
Antonyms
continues
resumes
restarts
revives
renews
reinstates
restores
revamps
rejuvenates
revitalizes
perseveres
persists
endures
sustains
maintains
upholds
preserves
prolongs
extends
expands
increases
enhances
strengthens