What a another word for cease?

Here are some synonyms for "cease," depending on the context:

General cessation:

* Stop

* Halt

* End

* Terminate

* Finish

* Discontinue

* Quit

* Abandon

* Desist

Formal or literary:

* Suspend

* Refrain

* Abate

* Ceasefire

Informal or casual:

* Cut it out

* Knock it off

* Call it a day

The best synonym will depend on the specific context and the tone you want to convey.