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adjourn Synonyms
Another word for adjourn
Choosing another word for adjourn depends on context, so the 13 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
• verb (Context 1)
To suspend a meeting, parliamentary session, or legal trial with the intention of resuming it at a later time or date.
Usage Example
"The judge decided to suspend the hearing until the following Monday morning."
Strongest
suspend
recess
Strong
postpone
defer
prorogue
put off
hold over
delay
• verb (Context 2)
To go to another place or room, especially for relaxation or refreshments after a formal gathering.
Usage Example
"After dinner, the guests adjourned to the drawing room for coffee and conversation."
Strongest
retire
withdraw
Strong
repair
recede
move
Opposites of adjourn
The opposite of adjourn shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:
convene
reconvene
resume
remain
stay
open
commence
continue
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Adjourn. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/adjourn