Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
kibosh
verb
/ˈkaɪbɒʃ/
Definition
To put an end to something or to stop it from happening.
Examples
- They decided to kibosh the project after reviewing the costs.
- The manager put the kibosh on late-night meetings.
- Her complaints finally kiboshed the plans for the party.
Meaning
The term ‘kibosh’ refers to the act of halting or suppressing an action or plan. It is often used informally to describe the interruption of something that was progressing or about to occur.
Synonyms
- cancel
- halt
- stop
- discontinue
- squelch
