dismission

/dɪˈsɪʃən/

Definitions

1. noun

The act of dismissing or the state of being dismissed.

“The dismission of the employee was handled professionally by HR.”

2. noun

A discharge or dismissal from a position, office, or service, especially a military one.

“After serving for 20 years, he received his dismission from the army.”

Synonyms

  • disbandment
  • discharge
  • dismissal

Antonyms

  • hiring
  • reinstatement