Definition

To allow someone to leave or to remove someone from a position or job; to reject or put aside an idea or claim.

Example

The manager decided to dismiss the employee for repeated tardiness.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you hear they might the coach after this season?

Yeah, I heard the team isn't performing well at all.

It's such a shame; I really liked his style.

I know, but sometimes they just have to dismmiss people to turn things around.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Dismiss → It is formed from "dis-" (meaning apart) and "mittere" (meaning to send). It originally meant to send someone away or apart.

Memory Tip

Imagine being 'sent away' — 'dis-' means apart, and 'mittere' means to send.

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