dismissed (B1)

verb

Pronunciation: dɪsˈmɪst

Definition

To order or allow someone to leave; to send away.

Examples

• The judge dismissed the jury after they reached a verdict.

• After the meeting, the manager dismissed the team, telling them to enjoy their weekend.

• The principal dismissed the students early due to the heavy snow.

How to Use dismissed

dismiss a case (collocation)

To officially end a legal case, usually without further hearing. — "The judge decided to dismiss the case due to insufficient evidence."

dismiss an idea (collocation)

To reject an idea as not worth considering. — "He quickly dismissed the idea of moving to another country."

dismiss from service (prepositional phrase)

To remove someone from their job or official duty. — "The soldier was dismissed from service for insubordination."

Synonyms of dismissed

Words with a similar meaning to dismissed:

• let go
• release
• discharge
• adjourn

Antonyms of dismissed

Words with the opposite meaning to dismissed:

• summon
• retain

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