dismissal

//dɪsˈmɪs.əl//
B2Frequency Level 11Neutral
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Noun

dismissalSingular
dismissalsPlural
1

The act of terminating someone's employment or removing them from a position.

His dismissal from the company came as a shock to everyone.

2

The act of rejecting or refusing to consider something, such as an idea, claim, or suggestion.

His quick dismissal of my suggestion was disappointing.

3

The act of sending someone away or allowing them to leave.

The teacher announced the dismissal of the class at 3 p.m.