Pronunciation

/dɪˈʃɑːrdʒ/

Definitions

• Noun:
  1. The act of letting go of a responsibility, duty, or obligation, often from a job or position. For example: “After finishing his shift, he received his discharge papers.”
  2. The release of a stored energy or substance, such as electricity or bodily fluids. For example: “The lightning discharged a powerful bolt.”
  3. A termination of employment or service. For example: “His sudden discharge from the company came as a shock.”
• Verb: To free someone from a commitment or duty, usually from a job or military service. For example: “The soldier was discharged after serving his term.”
• Adjective: Characterizing the release of a fluid or energy, especially electricity. For example: “The discharging capacitor produced a spark.”

Phrases

• “Discharge responsibility” means to fulfill one’s duties or obligations.
• “Discharge weapon” refers to the act of firing a gun or similar device.
• “Discharge energy” signifies the process of releasing stored energy.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The patient was discharged from the hospital after a week of treatment.”
• Verb: “The employee was discharged for misconduct, and he had no choice but to leave.”
• Adjective: “The faulty wiring caused a dangerous electrical discharge.”

Synonyms

• Release
• Relinquish
• Terminate
• Exit
• Sever
• Expel
• Clear (in the sense of clearing a charge)