Stop

22 words & definitions

clog verb
To become blocked or filled so that movement or activity is slowed or stopped.
abrupt adjective
Sudden and unexpected, often in an unpleasant way
curtail verb
To stop, reduce or limit something.
stuck adjective
Unable to move.
deadlock noun
A situation where opposing sides can't make progress to resolve their differences
shackle verb
Something that prevents freedom of movement, literally or figuratively
avert verb
To avoid or dodge a difficult situation.
derail verb
To obstruct or divert from an expected or intended course.
deter verb
To prevent (or aim to prevent) the occurrence of something through fear of consequences.
dissuade verb
To advise against a specific decision or behavior, and discourage someone from taking a particular action.
impede verb
To create obstacles or difficulties that hinder an action or process.
impediment noun
Something that obstructs or slows down progress; a hindrance or obstacle.
intervene verb
To come between two people, groups, or events to prevent or change an outcome.
pardon verb
To forgive someone for a crime or wrongdoing, and end imprisonment or bad feelings.
relinquish verb
To voluntarily let go of something, such as a right, possession, or responsibility.
subside verb
To become less intense, violent, or severe; to gradually decrease and go down to a lower level.
verdict noun
An official or formal decision, especially after careful consideration.that ends a trial or discussion.
sidestep verb
To deliberately avoid or divert attention from a certain subject, often to avoid dealing with it.
intercept verb
To stop and catch something before it is able to reach its destination.
kibosh verb
When an idea or plan is spoiled or stopped, often due to unforseen circumstances.
hiatus noun
A temporary gap, pause, break, or absence when something stops happening.
mortality noun
The state of being human and not living for ever