Synonyms of elapse

elapse

verb

i-ˈlaps 

as in to expire

to come to an end

in those coin-operated binoculars at scenic areas your viewing time seems to elapse almost before it has begun

Synonyms & Similar Words

• expire
• stop
• end
• cease
• conclude
• halt
• lapse
• pass
• terminate
• finish
• die
• go
• determine
• close
• discontinue
• wind up
• break off
• wink (out)
• stall
• leave off
• break up
• let up
• quit
• bite the dust
• pause
• dead-end
• suspend
• pack (up or in)
• refrain (from)
• lay off (of)
• stay
• desist (from)
• cut out
• break down
• knock off
• abate
• give over
• wind down
• peter (out)
• conk (out)

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• continue
• persist
• hang on
• prolong
• extend
• draw out
• protract

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of elapse

But with Barcelona signing Anthony Gordon, and Rashford’s £40m release clause for other clubs elapsing last week, a new set of negotiations is required for his exit. — Laurie Whitwell, New York Times, 21 July 2026

After that time has elapsed, move the strawberries to a colander, and rinse with cold tap water for several minutes. — Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 17 July 2026

The Post confirmed that in each of the five spots, five hours or more had elapsed between when adjacent sections were sprayed. — Maura Judkis, Washington Post, 16 July 2026

In the period that elapsed between the shooting and when police officers searched Langs’ car, there was time for a gun to disappear, Lowthorp asserted. — Emerson Clarridge, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 10 July 2026