Pronunciation

/disˈmɪs/

Definitions

• Verb:
  • Noun: A formal or informal act of dismissing someone from a position, duty, or attendance; to terminate their service or leave. For example: “The manager dismissed the employee for being late too many times.”
  • Verb: To reject or disregard with confidence or authority; to put aside or set aside. For example: “The teacher dismissed her students’ excuses for not completing the homework.”
  • Verb: (informal) To stop thinking about or considering something. For example: “Let’s dismiss this idea for now.”

Phrases

• “Dismiss someone’s concerns” means to ignore or alleviate their worries.
• “Dismiss the notion” means to reject or reject an idea.
• “Dismiss with a wave” is a figurative expression to dismiss someone without much formality.

Example Sentences

• Dismiss as a Noun: “The meeting was adjourned after the chairman dismissed the committee members.”
• Dismiss as a Verb: “The judge dismissed the charges against the defendant.”
• Dismiss informally: “Let’s dismiss this debate until we have more evidence.”

Synonyms

• Dismissal
• Set aside
• End
• Terminate
• Put off
• Overlook
• Ignore -Reject