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Definition of Desist

• (v. i.) To cease to proceed or act; to stop; to forbear; -- often with from.

Synonyms of Desist

• Forbear
• Refrain
• Abstain
• Cease
• Give Over
• Quit
• Bring To An End
• Discontinue
• Intermit
• Come To An End
• End
• Leave Off
• Stop
• Conclude
• Finish
• Pause
• Terminate

Antonyms of Desist

• Begin
• Inaugurate
• Originate
• Set Going
• Enter Upon
• Institute
• Set On Foot
• Commence
• Initiate
• Set About
• Set In Operation
• Start

Homophones of Desist