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dismissal

NounSuru VerbTransitive Verb

Definitions

1. dismissal (of an employee)
2. discharge
3. Termination of employment

This noun and verb (する) means to dismiss or fire an employee from their job. It is a formal term used in workplace and legal contexts, and carries a stronger, more official tone than casual expressions for quitting.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Getting fired with no severance — isn't that just wrong?

Sentence 2

At last month's meeting, it was hinted that "dismissal was a possibility."

Sentence 3

I heard the court ruled that the dismissal was invalid.

Sentence 4

Does that type of contract make it easier for them to let you go?

Sentence 5

That silence felt like a warning before getting fired — it was terrifying!