What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
dismissal
Example
The employee faced dismissal due to repeated tardiness. [dismissal: noun]
Example
The manager dismissed the idea as unfeasible. [dismissed: verb]
Example
The chairman announced the dismissal of the meeting. [dismissal: noun]
termination
Example
The company announced the termination of the partnership. [termination: noun]
Example
The employee faced termination due to violating company policy. [termination: noun]
Example
The couple decided on the termination of their marriage. [termination: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Termination is more commonly used than dismissal in legal and business contexts. However, dismissal is still a common term used in the context of employment.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between dismissal and termination?
Both dismissal and termination can be used in formal contexts, but termination is often associated with more formal language due to its legal implications.
