adjournment

/ˌæd.ˈjɔrn.mənt/

Definitions

1. noun

The act of ending a meeting or a session and resuming it at a later time.

“The court’s adjournment was due to a lack of evidence.”

2. noun

The act of ending a session or a period of time and resuming it at a later time.

“The adjournment of the parliament was a crucial step in the political crisis.”

3. noun

A temporary end or suspension of an activity or a situation.

“The company’s adjournment due to financial difficulties was a major blow to the employees.”

4. noun

The act of ending a meeting or a session temporarily.

“The teacher called for an adjournment to give the students a break.”

Synonyms

  • adjourn
  • postpone
  • suspend

Antonyms

  • continuation
  • renewal