Definition

Coming to an end or able to end something.

Example

The project has a terminate phase where all activities are concluded.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

Have you heard about the new policy at work?

No, what’s it about?

They say it might be terminate if we don’t follow the guidelines.

Wow, that sounds serious! We should definitely pay attention.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To come to an end or stop; to finish or conclude something.

Example

The meeting will terminate at 5 PM.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you hear that the train line will terminate at the new station?

Yeah, I read about that! It's a good change for the area.

I wonder when they plan to terminate the old routes, though.

Definition

To bring something to an end or stop it from continuing.

Example

The company decided to terminate the project due to lack of funding.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you hear they might terminate the project next month?

Yeah, I heard about that; it's really disappointing.

I wonder what led them to decide to terminate it so soon.

Root Explanation

Terminate → It is formed from "terminare" (meaning to limit or end) which comes from "terminus" (meaning boundary or end). The word "terminate" means to bring something to an end or limit its duration.

Memory Tip

Think of setting a 'boundary' ('terminus') to something — that's why to terminate means to end it.

Visually Confused Words