LULL Synonyms: 87 Similar and Opposite Words

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noun

Definition of lull

as in pause

a momentary halt in an activity we took the opportunity of a lull in the conversation to announce that we were engaged to be married

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lull

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verb

ˈləl

as in to calm

to free from distress or disturbance the absence of attacks for such an extended period had lulled the nation into a false sense of security

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Recent Examples of lull

Noun

After an inevitable lull left a growing number of warehouses vacant, the industrial real estate sector is getting hot again. — Zachary Hansen, AJC.com, 31 July 2026 As emails and text messages tug at our sleeves, even a short lull in the labors of the day can feel like an indulgence. — Danny Heitman, Christian Science Monitor, 31 July 2026

Verb

Crack open the windows (but not too far), let the sound of cicadas lull you into a false sense of security, and try not to pay attention to whatever’s rustling in the darkness beyond the trees. — Alaina Urquhart, PEOPLE, 11 Aug. 2026 Perhaps Hollywood had lulled us into believing that runaway machine intelligence was, well, just the stuff of science fiction. — Michael Oreskes, Air Mail, 8 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for lull

Recent Examples of Synonyms for lull

Noun

Another arguably bigger factor is the return of student debt payments and credit bureau reporting after a Covid-era pause.

— Matt Egan, CNN Money, 25 Aug. 2026
There was a pause, as a room full of songwriters — the event was specifically for the Recording Academy’s Songwriters & Composers Wing — erupted into laughter.

— Chris Willman, Variety, 25 Aug. 2026

Definition of pause

Noun

The Champions League draw is only days away — and fans don’t have long to wait for international football’s return, either, with a bumper break from September 21 to October 6.

— Cerys Jones, New York Times, 22 Aug. 2026
Only five are men, and the majority come solo, looking either for a mini break or a health reset.

— Johanna Wolfe, Robb Report, 22 Aug. 2026

Definition of break

Verb

These natural waters flow from the earth, carrying muscle-soothing minerals; soaking in them is the best way to end a day spent exploring the destination, which is a true hub for outdoor adventure.

— Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 20 Aug. 2026
Back in South Korea, the skin-care brand has already made a name for itself with its soothing mung bean formulas, which have racked up awards from major K-beauty platforms like Hwahae and, of course, Olive Young.

— Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 20 Aug. 2026

Definition of soothe

Noun

Yet Parton masterfully stayed out of every fight in the culture wars, preaching love, philanthropy, mentorship and tolerance until her dying breath.

— Chris Jones, Chicago Tribune, 25 Aug. 2026
Perhaps a soldier took his last breath beneath its canopy, watering its roots with his blood.

— ABC News, ABC News, 24 Aug. 2026

Definition of breath

Verb

Rather than composing the harmful instruction in plaintext, the hacker encrypts it.

— Dan Goodin, ArsTechnica, 20 Aug. 2026
Their 2024 Sauvignon Blanc is composed of 89 percent Sauvignon Blanc and 11 percent Semillon and has aromas of orange peel, peach, and a whiff of Bartlett pear.

— Mike DeSimone, Robb Report, 20 Aug. 2026

Definition of compose

Noun

The explosions provide different interruptions, punctuating the moment as one of Keeley’s ideas plays out in real time.

— Dessi Gomez, Deadline, 26 Aug. 2026
The state also acknowledged technical interruptions affecting some schools during this year’s testing window.

— Katie Pace Miles, New York Daily News, 25 Aug. 2026

Definition of interruption

Verb

That surge has quieted now, as is to be expected whenever a superstar of Grande’s caliber returns.

— Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026
Five minutes later, Messi gave Miami the lead, curling his shot in tight space past three defenders, quieting the sellout crowd at Subaru Park.

— Michelle Kaufman, Miami Herald, 20 Aug. 2026