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Meaning of halted
The primary meaning of the word "halted" is to stop or bring to an end.
Etymology of halted
The word "halted" comes from the Old English and Old Norse words "halt" and "halta", which mean "to limp" or "to be lame"
Historically, the word was used to describe someone who was lame or had a physical disability
Over time, the meaning of the word expanded to include the idea of stopping or bringing something to an end
Synonyms
stopped
ceased
terminated
suspended
discontinued
paused
delayed
postponed
interrupted
blocked
obstructed
hindered
impeded
restrained
checked
curbed
slowed
braked
arrested
stayed
shelved
abandoned
deserted
quit
ended
finished
completed
concluded
closed
shut
frozen
static
motionless
inactive
dormant
idle
Definitions
- To stop something or someone from moving, happening, or continuing
- * To bring something to an end or to a standstill
Usage Examples
- The construction project was halted due to lack of funding
- * The bus halted at the stop to pick up passengers
- * The company halted production to retool and update their equipment