For a brief stop:
* Continue
* Proceed
* Resume
* Carry on
For a break in speech:
* Speak
* Talk
* Continue
* Go on
For a temporary halt in action:
* Start
* Begin
* Resume
* Proceed
For a period of inactivity:
* Action
* Activity
* Movement
* Motion
The best antonym will depend on the specific situation and the meaning you want to convey.