pause | Definition of pause

pause

verb

Synonyms and Antonyms of pause

to come to a temporary halt in one's activity

he paused for a moment to regain his composure

Synonyms of pause

Words Related to pause

break in, interrupt

cease, discontinue, end, finish, stop, terminate

knock off, lay off, quit

Phrases Synonymous with pause

catch one's breath, hold one's horses

Near Antonyms of pause

continue, persist

advance, progress

extend, prolong, stretch