Cease Definition & Meaning

cease
noun
  1. (`cease' is a noun only in the phrase `without cease') end
verb
  1. put an end to a state or an activity; "Quit teasing your little brother"
  2. have an end, in a temporal, spatial, or quantitative sense; either spatial or metaphorical; "the bronchioles terminate in a capillary bed"; "Your rights stop where you infringe upon the rights of other"; "My property ends by the bushes"; "The symphony ends in a pianissimo"

"Cease" in song lyrics

See how cease is used in real songs:

  • "Livin with Lucifer, yo, you better cease"
    The 7A3 — Lucifer
  • "You're livin with Lucifer, yo, you better cease"
    The 7A3 — Lucifer
  • "Must've thought he was wrong, so his life had to cease"
    The 7A3 — Lucifer

Usage tips for "cease"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "cease" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for cease to find words that pair well.

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