halt (Meaning)
halt (n)
the state of inactivity following an interruption
the event of something ending
an interruption or temporary suspension of progress or movement
halt (v)
cause to stop
come to a halt, stop moving
stop from happening or developing
stop the flow of a liquid
halt (s)
disabled in the feet or legs
halt ()
3d pers. sing. pres. of Hold, contraction for holdeth.
halt (n.)
A stop in marching or walking, or in any action; arrest of progress.
The act of limping; lameness.
halt (v. i.)
To hold one's self from proceeding; to hold up; to cease progress; to stop for a longer or shorter period; to come to a stop; to stand still.
To stand in doubt whether to proceed, or what to do; to hesitate; to be uncertain.
halt (v. t.)
To cause to cease marching; to stop; as, the general halted his troops for refreshment.
halt (a.)
Halting or stopping in walking; lame.
To walk lamely; to limp.
To have an irregular rhythm; to be defective.
Synonyms & Antonyms of halt
halt Sentence Examples
- The sudden halt of traffic caused a major disruption on the highway.
- The doctor ordered an immediate halt to the patient's strenuous activities.
- The construction project came to a grinding halt due to unexpected weather conditions.
- The law enforcement officer signaled for the suspect's car to halt.
- The halt in diplomatic relations between the two countries escalated tensions.
- The financial crisis brought about a temporary halt in investments.
- The halting speech of the politician made it difficult for the audience to follow.
- The rhythmic halt in the music created a dramatic effect.
- The halt in the battle allowed the soldiers to regroup and strategize.
- The halt in the production line prevented the completion of the goods on time.
FAQs About the word halt
the state of inactivity following an interruption, the event of something ending, an interruption or temporary suspension of progress or movement, cause to stop
catch,stop, arrest, stall, hinder, pull up, end, impede, still, stay
persist, run on, run on, move, persist,continue, proceed, carry on, keep (on), move
The sudden halt of traffic caused a major disruption on the highway.
The doctor ordered an immediate halt to the patient's strenuous activities.
The construction project came to a grinding halt due to unexpected weather conditions.
The law enforcement officer signaled for the suspect's car to halt.
