Dismiss — synonyms, definition

1. dismiss (Verb)

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dismiss (Verb) — Bar from attention or consideration. ex. "She dismissed his advances"

dismiss (Verb) — Cease to consider; put out of judicial consideration. ex. "This case is dismissed!"

dismiss (Verb) — Stop associating with. ex. "They dismissed her after she had a child out of wedlock"

dismiss (Verb) — Terminate the employment of; discharge from an office or position. ex. "The boss dismissed his secretary today"

dismiss (Verb) — End one's encounter with somebody by causing or permitting the person to leave. ex. "I was dismissed after I gave my report"

dismiss (Verb) — Declare void. ex. "The President dismissed the parliament and called for new elections"

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