desist
verb | /desist/
Essential WordsMEDIUM
to stop doing something
desist
verb | /desist/
Essential WordsMEDIUMto stop doing something
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Synonyms
ceasestoprefraindiscontinue
Antonyms
continuepersistproceed
Examples
"The agents were ordered to desist from further surveillance."
"Please desist from posting confidential information online."
Etymology
from Latin desistere “to stand away, cease”
Source: Essential WordsAdded: 11/13/2025
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