presuspend

/prɪˈsʌnd/; /prɪˈsʌnˈsɛnd/

Definitions

1. verb

to suspend or delay something beforehand, often in preparation for a future action.

“The project manager decided to presuspend the launch date due to unforeseen technical issues.”

2. verb

to keep something in a suspended or preparatory state.

“The team will presuspend the development process until further funding is secured.”

3. noun

the act of suspending or delaying something beforehand.

“The presuspend of the project caused significant delays in the overall timeline.”

Synonyms

  • defer
  • delay
  • postpone

Antonyms

  • accelerate
  • hasten