Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
discontinuation
Noun
/ˌdɪs.kənˌtɪn.juˈeɪ.ʃən/
Definition
The act of stopping something that has been ongoing or proceeding.
Examples
- The discontinuation of the product led to a surge in customer complaints.
- After much discussion, the committee decided on the discontinuation of the annual event.
- The school faced challenges after the discontinuation of several programs.
Meaning
Discontinuation refers to the end of a process, product, service, or event, marking a break from its continued existence or practice.
Synonyms
- termination
- cessation
- conclusion
- stoppage
