Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

standstill

noun

/ˈstændˌstɪl/

Definition

A situation in which all movement or activity has stopped.

Examples

The negotiations reached a standstill after both parties failed to agree on key issues.
Traffic was at a standstill due to the accident on the highway.
After hours of discussion, the project hit a standstill.

Meaning

The term ‘standstill’ refers to a complete halt of progress, movement, or activity in a particular situation. It often implies a pause or a break that can be temporary or prolonged.