Suspended Definition & Meaning

suspended
adjective
  1. (of undissolved particles in a fluid) supported or kept from sinking or falling by buoyancy and without apparent attachment; "suspended matter such as silt or mud..."; "dust particles suspended in the air"; "droplets in suspension in a gas"

"Suspended" in song lyrics

See how suspended is used in real songs:

  • "Like my license ain't suspended"
    Bubba Sparxxx & The Crystal Method — PHDream
  • "So that's what our friendship is suspended"
    Classified — The Day Doesn't Die
  • "Hopped on a bus cause my license is suspended"
    J-Zone f/ Huggy Bear — Catch 22

Usage tips for "suspended"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "suspended" 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 suspended to find words that pair well.

Look up another word