, ˈsər-ˌsēs \
Definition of surcease
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surcease
noun
, (ˌ)sər-ˈsēs \
Definition of surcease (Entry 2 of 2)
Synonyms & Antonyms for surcease
Synonyms: Noun
- arrest,
- arrestment,
- cease,
- cessation,
- check,
- close,
- closedown,
- closure,
- conclusion,
- cutoff,
- discontinuance,
- discontinuation,
- end,
- ending,
- expiration,
- finish,
- halt,
- lapse,
- offset,
- shutdown,
- shutoff,
- stay,
- stop,
- stoppage,
- termination
Antonyms: Noun
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“Surcease.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/surcease. Accessed 23 May. 2022.
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