severance (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈsɛvərəns/

Definition

The action of ending a connection or relationship, especially a legal or employment one; the state of being separated or cut off.

Examples

• The severance of diplomatic ties between the two countries was a shock to the international community.

• He negotiated a severance agreement that included six months of salary.

• The company offered a severance package to employees who agreed to leave voluntarily.

How to Use severance

severance of (prepositional phrase)

The act of ending a connection or relationship with something. — "The severance of ties with the past was difficult but necessary."

severance package (collocation)

A set of benefits offered to an employee upon termination of employment. — "He was offered a lucrative severance package to leave the company."

severance pay (collocation)

Money paid to an employee when their employment is terminated. — "The company is legally obligated to provide severance pay in cases of redundancy."

Synonyms of severance

Words with a similar meaning to severance:

• break
• separation
• termination
• disconnection

Antonyms of severance

Words with the opposite meaning to severance:

• continuation
• reunion
• connection

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