standstill

Definitions

A situation in which all activity or movement has stopped.

A state of inactivity or deadlock.

Examples

Traffic came to a complete standstill after the accident on the highway.

Negotiations between the two companies reached a standstill due to disagreements over the contract terms.

The project was brought to a standstill when the funding was suddenly withdrawn.

Synonyms

deadlock stalemate impasse stagnation halt stand pause

Antonyms

movement progress advancement motion activity continuation flow