Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
discontinuance
noun
/ˌdɪs.kənˈtɪn.jəns/
Definition
The act of stopping something or the state of being interrupted.
Examples
- The discontinuance of the program led to a lack of support for the community.
- The court ordered the discontinuance of the lawsuit due to a lack of evidence.
- After the discontinuance of the service, many customers expressed their dissatisfaction.
Meaning
Discontinuance refers to the ending or suspension of an activity, process, or a legal proceeding.
Synonyms
- termination
- cessation
- abandonment
- suspension
- disruption
