Synonyms of discontinuation

discontinuation

noun

as in cessation

the stopping of a process or activity

discontinuation of treatment would almost certainly result in a reappearance of the cancer

Synonyms & Similar Words

• cessation
• ending
• halt
• end
• conclusion
• discontinuance
• closure
• termination
• close
• shutdown
• expiration
• cease
• stoppage
• stop
• arrest
• cutoff
• offset
• stay
• finish
• shutoff
• lapse
• closedown
• suspension
• surcease
• arrestment
• check
• pause
• interruption
• phaseout
• moratorium
• abeyance
• layoff
• standstill
• mop-up
• break
• letup

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• continuation
• continuance
• extension
• persistence
• prolongation

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of discontinuation

Antipsychotic discontinuation in schizophrenia carries a steep relapse risk. — Sunny Patel, STAT, 17 July 2026

Though the cameras were not operational following the city’s discontinuation of Flock services, officials covered them to assuage community anxiety around the devices. — Sasha Rogelberg, Fortune, 15 July 2026

Suddenly discontinuing these medications may trigger what is known as antidepressant discontinuation syndrome. — Daryl Austin, USA Today, 23 June 2026

These effects are generally reversible upon discontinuation, but the decision should always be made in consultation with a doctor. — Ascend Agency, New York Daily News, 16 June 2026

Participants were evaluated before and after two weeks of using the reminders, and again one week after discontinuation. — Samantha Agate, Sacbee.com, 15 June 2026

The high discontinuation rate, with more than 40% of patients reporting vomiting, might limit the drug's commercial potential as a treatment for obesity or those suffering from fatty liver disease, the analysts added. — Elsa Ohlen, CNBC, 8 June 2026

Siegel points out that the lower 4 mg retatrutide dose yielded a 19 percent body weight reduction, with a significantly lower rate of discontinuation, suggesting this may be a more tolerable option for many. — Emily Kay Votruba, EverydayHealth.com, 8 June 2026

From a clinical perspective, abrupt discontinuation of regular medication can carry risks. — Jesse Pines, Forbes.com, 6 June 2026