Definition

To temporarily stop or pause something, often in a regular or periodic way.

Example

The teacher decided to intermit the class for a short break.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I think we should intermit our study sessions for a bit, don’t you?

Yeah, taking a break sounds good to me.

It helps to refresh our minds before diving back in.

Exactly! A little pause can really boost our focus.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Intermit → It is formed from "inter-" (meaning between) and "mittere" (meaning to send). The word describes the act of sending something between intervals, or pausing temporarily.

Memory Tip

Think of something that 'sends' ('mittere') you 'between' ('inter-') periods of time — that's why intermit means to pause or break.

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