Synonyms of axed

axed

verb

past tense of ax

as in sacked

to let go from office, service, or employment

the boss will ax anyone who leaks company secrets

Synonyms & Similar Words

• sacked
• removed
• dismissed
• fired
• retired
• released
• terminated
• canned
• cashiered
• discharged
• mustered out
• pink-slipped
• bounced
• turned off
• downsized
• sent packing
• showed (someone) the door
• trimmed
• laid off
• furloughed
• excessed
• separated
• unseated
• kicked out
• chucked (out)
• drummed (out)
• booted (out)
• threw out

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• employed
• retained
• hired
• engaged
• signed (up or on)
• kept
• took on
• rehired
• contracted
• reemployed
• subcontracted
• recruited
• re-employed