Dismissal

usgb/dɪsˈmɪsl/
noun

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

The boss gave him a dismissal after he was caught stealing company materials.
Visual representation of "dismissal" - The action of sending someone away or allowing them to leave.

Often appears as...

  • unfair dismissal
  • dismissal for cause
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Workplace Context

Often used to describe being fired or let go from a job, usually formal and serious.

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After the reorganization, there were many dismissals.
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Negative Emotion

Can infer someone’s feelings of sadness, anger, or disappointment when they're dismissed.

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Feeling dejected after his dismissal, he packed up his desk.
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Required Procedure

There might be a legal or formal process to follow for a dismissal to happen.

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The company needs to issue a formal notice of dismissal.
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