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Dismissal

Noun / dɪˈsmɪsʌl / Another word for dismissal — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Dismissal means the act of telling someone to leave their job or position.

Synonyms & similar words

dismission release discharge sacking liberation sack firing termination firing layoff discharge sacking ouster expulsion removal eviction banishment exile elimination retirement resignation quitting withdrawal departure abandonment rejection elimination

Synonyms by register

Formal

rejection termination discharge release

Informal

firing axe boot letting go

Literary

repudiation disavowal

Antonyms

acceptance approval endorsement retention employment hiring consideration

Common collocations

  • summary dismissal
  • unfair dismissal
  • wrongful dismissal
  • dismissal from service
  • dismissal of charges
  • dismissal of a claim
  • grounds for dismissal
  • notice of dismissal

Word family

noun dismissal
verb dismiss
adjective dismissible

Usage note

Often used in legal or employment contexts. 'Dismissal' can refer to ending employment or rejecting a case or idea.

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Example sentences

  1. The teacher gave me a dismissal slip to leave school early.
  2. The dismissal of the employee was due to his poor performance.
  3. The football coach's dismissal was a surprise to the players.
  4. The judge's dismissal of the case was based on a lack of evidence.
  5. The company's dismissal of the CEO led to a backlash from shareholders.

Quotes

  • The dismissal of our illusions is the discovery of ourselves. - Paul Valery
  • The dismissal of the old order of politics is most refreshing. - Steve Schmidt
  • The dismissal of a great man is a tragedy for the people. - Mehmet Murat Ildan

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