Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

halt

verb
/hɔːlt/
Definition
To come to a stop or to cause something to stop.
Examples
  • We had to halt the project due to funding issues.
  • The bus came to a halt at the red light.
  • She asked him to halt his negative comments.
Meaning
Halt means to stop moving or happening, often suddenly or temporarily.
Synonyms
  • stop
  • pause
  • cease
  • terminate
  • discontinue