Synonyms of dismissal

dismissal

noun

dis-ˈmi-səl 

as in firing

the termination of the employment of an employee or a work force often temporarily

numerous dismissals from the company during the economic slump

Synonyms & Similar Words

• firing
• furlough
• layoff
• discharge
• ax
• redundancy
• sack
• closing
• shutdown
• downsizing
• pink slip
• boot
• bum's rush
• heave-ho
• shake-up
• bird
• shakeout

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• reemployment
• recall
• callback
• rehiring
• rehire

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of dismissal

Former military officers and legal experts say Hegseth’s dismissal of legal restraints breaks with generations of American military doctrine. — Caitlin Dewey, Vox, 10 Nov. 2026

Massie has also criticized Hegseth over the dismissal of senior military officials and handling of sensitive military information. — Hannah Parry, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Nov. 2026

Stock report Interim head coach Rick Stockstill was humbled by this opportunity to lead his alma mater after coach Mike Norvell’s dismissal. — Bob Ferrante, The Orlando Sentinel, 8 Nov. 2026

In a May family court order, District Court Judge Christy Mann said that the DA’s voluntary dismissal did not bar her from making her own civil findings based on evidence. — Julia Coin november 7, Charlotte Observer, 7 Nov. 2026