Meaning & Definition of word "Suspension"

Suspension

/səˈspɛnʃən/

1. The act of temporarily preventing something from being active or in effect.
- Example: The school announced the suspension of classes due to the severe weather.
2. A state in which something is temporarily halted or put aside.
- Example: The team's championship run faced suspension after the scandal was revealed.
3. The condition of being suspended in a liquid or gas, often relating to the distribution of particles.
- Example: The medicine was delivered in a suspension form to ensure proper dosing.
4. The process of removing someone from a position or duty temporarily, often as a disciplinary measure.
- Example: His suspension from work was a result of repeated violations of company policy.
5. The support structure that allows parts, such as wheels, to move relative to the vehicle body.
- Example: The car's suspension system was upgraded to improve its handling and ride quality.

From Latin 'suspensio', from 'suspendere'.

suspension of disbelief:

A willingness to suspend judgment about the reality of a story or performance for enjoyment.

suspension bridge:

A bridge where the roadway is suspended from cables.

suspension system:

The system of springs and shock absorbers in a vehicle.

suspend:

To temporarily prevent from continuing or being in force.

suspended:

To be in a state of suspension; not active or operative.

suspensive:

Having the effect of suspending; causing a temporary halt.

Meaning: A break or timeout from something, often used in a casual context.

Example Sentence: I'm on a suspension from the club for a month, so no parties for me.

Meaning: Feeling of uncertainty or waiting for a decision.

Example Sentence: I'm in suspension about whether I should take that job offer.