cessation
noun C1
Plain meaning
the stopping or ending of something
Exam-register meaning
In academic or exam writing, this is used to discuss the stopping or ending of something in a more precise way.
In context
naturalThe article discussed cessation during the meeting.
examThe passage suggests that cessation of hostilities can shape long-term policy or social outcomes.
Common collocations
cessation of hostilitiessmoking cessationcessation of activity
Watch out
Do not use a weak verb before this word. Learn the whole word partnership, e.g., “cessation of hostilities”.