Cool MateMeaning of Stopped
To cease moving or doing something.
In simple words: To no longer move or continue.
Stopped in a sentence
- The car stopped suddenly to avoid hitting a pedestrian.
- She stopped talking when she saw the surprise on his face.
- He stopped running after feeling pain in his ankle.
- The rain stopped just in time for the picnic.
- They stopped the meeting to discuss an important issue.
How to use Stopped
Commonly used to indicate ceasing an action. Can be informal or formal depending on the context.
Grammar pattern
standalone verb
Memory hint
Think of 'stop sign' - it tells you to stop moving.
Related words
Collocations with Stopped
- stopped abruptly
- stopped completely
- stopped suddenly
Synonyms for Stopped
- halted
- ceased
- paused
- discontinued
- frozen
Opposites of Stopped
- started
- continued
- progressed
Common mistakes with Stopped
- Confused with 'stop' as a base form verb.
- Using 'stopped' with non-action verbs incorrectly.
- Misplacing the tense when speaking about past events.
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Frequently asked questions about Stopped
What does Stopped mean?
To no longer move or continue.
What is the definition of Stopped?
To cease moving or doing something.
How do you use Stopped in a sentence?
The car stopped suddenly to avoid hitting a pedestrian.
Can you give another example of Stopped?
She stopped talking when she saw the surprise on his face.
What are synonyms for Stopped?
Common alternatives include halted, ceased, paused, discontinued, frozen.
What is the opposite of Stopped?
Opposite meanings include started, continued, progressed.
What words go with Stopped?
It commonly pairs with stopped abruptly, stopped completely, stopped suddenly.
What are common mistakes when using Stopped?
Confused with 'stop' as a base form verb. Using 'stopped' with non-action verbs incorrectly. Misplacing the tense when speaking about past events.
How do you pronounce Stopped?
US: //stɑpt//, UK: //stɒpt//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Stopped?
Commonly used to indicate ceasing an action. Can be informal or formal depending on the context.