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Intermission (Noun)

Meaning 1

A time interval during which there is a temporary cessation of something.

Classification

Nouns denoting time and temporal relations.

Synonyms

  • Break
  • Interruption
  • Suspension
  • Pause

Hypernyms

  • Time Interval

Hyponyms

  • Caesura
  • Rest Period
  • Dead Air
  • Halftime
  • Blackout
  • Lapse
  • Postponement
  • Time-out
  • Time Lag
  • Relief
  • Respite
  • Delay
  • Wait
  • Letup

Meaning 2

The act of suspending activity temporarily.

Classification

Nouns denoting acts or actions.

Examples

  • The concert had an intermission after the third song so the lead singer could take a break.
  • The teacher asked for a short intermission between lectures so students could grab a snack from the cafeteria.
  • There will be an intermission of about 20 minutes before the main course is served.
  • After three quarters, the teams agreed on an intermission to discuss strategy before the final leg of the competition.
  • A sudden rain storm caused an unplanned intermission in the outdoor festival, forcing the performers to seek shelter.

Related Words

  • Intermit (verb)
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