Definition

In a state where something has come to a halt or is no longer in motion.

Example

The stopped car blocked the road, causing a traffic jam.

Conversation

Did you see that car parked on the street?

Yeah, it looks like it's stopped right in the middle of the lane.

I wonder why the driver just stopped like that.

Maybe they were just making a quick call or something.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To bring to a halt or to cease movement or action.

Example

She stopped the car at the red light.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I can't believe the game stopped because of the rain.

I know, right? It was such a good match until then.

I really hope they stopped the game long enough to resume later.

Root Explanation

Stopped → It is formed from "stop" (from Old English "stoppian", meaning to close or block) and the past tense suffix "-ed" (indicating completed action). The word "stopped" means to have closed or blocked something in the past.

Memory Tip

Think of the Old English word for closing or blocking something — that's why "stopped" means something has been closed or blocked in the past.

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