English Synonym Finder

shut down

Definitions

To cease operations or close a business, machine, or system.

To stop functioning or to cause something to stop working.

Examples

The factory had to shut down due to a lack of raw materials.

Please remember to shut down your computer before you leave the office.

The government decided to shut down the investigation after finding no evidence of wrongdoing.

Synonyms

close deactivate terminate cease halt suspend power off

Antonyms

start activate launch initiate open power on begin