discontinue
UK: ˌdɪskənˈtɪnjuː | US: ˌdɪskənˈtɪnjuː
vt. to cease doing or providing something; to terminate
vi. to come to an end
The word "discontinue" combines the prefix "dis-" (from Latin, meaning "apart" or "reverse") with the verb "continue" (from Latin "continuare," meaning "to proceed without interruption"). The prefix "dis-" negates or reverses the action of "continue," creating the sense of stopping or interrupting a process. This logical pairing reflects the word's straightforward construction in Middle English, where Latin-derived prefixes were often attached to verbs to form opposites.
The company decided to discontinue the product due to low sales.
The train service will discontinue after midnight.
She chose to discontinue her subscription to the magazine.
The manufacturer discontinued support for older software versions.
If symptoms persist, discontinue use and consult a doctor.