Synonyms for

Dismiss

Verb / dɪˈsmɪs / Another word for dismiss — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to send someone away; to reject someone or something

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

reject disregard neglect overlook

Informal

brush off write off pooh-pooh shrug off

Literary

scorn spurn disdain

Antonyms

accept consider entertain acknowledge approve retain employ engage

Common collocations

  • dismiss a claim
  • dismiss a case
  • dismiss an employee
  • dismiss a suggestion
  • dismiss a thought
  • dismiss from service
  • dismiss the idea

Word family

noun dismissal
verb dismiss
adjective dismissive

Usage note

Can refer to ending a legal case, firing someone, or simply disregarding something. Be mindful of the context to avoid sounding harsh when dismissing ideas or suggestions.

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Example sentences

  1. The boss decided to dismiss the employee for being late every day.
  2. The judge will dismiss the case due to lack of evidence.
  3. I will dismiss this idea as it is not practical.
  4. The teacher dismissed the student for misbehaving in class.
  5. The manager dismissed the complaints of the customers.

Quotes

  • An excuse is worse than a lie, for an excuse is a lie, disguised. - Robert Half
  • The only way to do great work is to love what you do. If you haven't found it yet, keep looking. Don't settle. - Steve Jobs
  • Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts. - Winston Churchill

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