dismissal

[dɪsˈmɪsl]

dismissal Definition

• 1. the act of ordering or allowing someone to leave
• 2. the act of removing someone from their job

Using dismissal: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "dismissal" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The dismissal of the employee was due to his poor performance.

• Example

  The teacher's dismissal of the class was abrupt and unexpected.

• Example

  The company announced the dismissal of several employees due to budget cuts.

dismissal Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for dismissal

• sacking
• firing
• termination
• layoff
• discharge

Antonyms for dismissal

• appointment
• hiring

Idioms Using dismissal

• get the sack

  to be fired from a job

  Example

  He got the sack for coming to work late too many times.

• give someone the boot

  to fire someone from a job

  Example

  The manager gave him the boot for not meeting his sales targets.

• pink slip

  a notice of termination given to an employee

  Example

  He received a pink slip after the company downsized.

Phrases with dismissal

• with prejudice

  a dismissal with prejudice means that the case cannot be brought back to court, and the plaintiff loses the right to sue again on the same claim.

  Example

  The judge granted a dismissal with prejudice, ending the case permanently.

• without prejudice

  a dismissal without prejudice means that the case can be brought back to court, and the plaintiff retains the right to sue again on the same claim.

  Example

  The judge granted a dismissal without prejudice, allowing the plaintiff to refile the case at a later time.

• wrongful dismissal

  a situation where an employee is fired without just cause or without following proper procedures

  Example

  The employee sued the company for wrongful dismissal, claiming that he was fired unfairly.

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Summary: dismissal in Brief

Dismissal [dɪsˈmɪsl] refers to the act of ordering or allowing someone to leave, often from a job. It can be done with or without prejudice, meaning the case can or cannot be brought back to court. Examples include 'The dismissal of the employee was due to his poor performance.' and 'The teacher's dismissal of the class was abrupt and unexpected.' Idioms include 'get the sack,' meaning to be fired, and 'pink slip,' meaning a notice of termination.