C1verb formal 10K+

Cease

🇬🇧 UK //siːz// 🇺🇸 US //siːs//

Meaning of Cease

To bring or come to an end; to stop entirely.

In simple words: to stop doing something

Cease in a sentence

• The company decided to cease all operations due to financial difficulties.
• He was ordered to cease and desist from using the trademark.
• As the storm worsened, all outdoor activities had to cease immediately.
• The government will cease funding for the project next year.
• Cease your complaints and focus on finding a solution.

How to use Cease

Often used in formal contexts or legal language. Not commonly used in everyday conversation.

Grammar pattern

cease + object

Memory hint

Sounds like 'cease' - Picture a computer screen that stops working.

Related words

Collocations with Cease

• cease fire
• cease operations
• cease activities

Synonyms for Cease

• stop
• terminate
• halt
• discontinue
• end

Opposites of Cease

• begin
• continue
• start

Common mistakes with Cease

• Confused with 'seize' (to grab).
• Using 'cease' as a noun rather than a verb.
• Incorrectly conjugating 'cease' in the past tense.

Frequently asked questions about Cease

What does Cease mean?

to stop doing something

What is the definition of Cease?

To bring or come to an end; to stop entirely.

How do you use Cease in a sentence?

The company decided to cease all operations due to financial difficulties.

Can you give another example of Cease?

He was ordered to cease and desist from using the trademark.

What are synonyms for Cease?

Common alternatives include stop, terminate, halt, discontinue, end.

What is the opposite of Cease?

Opposite meanings include begin, continue, start.

What words go with Cease?

It commonly pairs with cease fire, cease operations, cease activities.

What are common mistakes when using Cease?

Confused with 'seize' (to grab). Using 'cease' as a noun rather than a verb. Incorrectly conjugating 'cease' in the past tense.

How do you pronounce Cease?

US: //siːs//, UK: //siːz//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Cease formal or informal?

"Cease" is formal, so it fits professional, business, or academic conversations.

When should I use Cease?

Often used in formal contexts or legal language. Not commonly used in everyday conversation.

What CEFR level is Cease?

"Cease" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.