termination
Translation
termination, dismissal, conclusion, end
Examples
The termination of the contract was unexpected.
The termination of the contract was unexpected.
He received a letter of termination from his job.
He received a letter of termination from his job.
Grammar Patterns
((of sth.)) the end or dismissal of (sth.) The termination of the contract was a surprise.
Similar Words
Synonyms: conclusion, end, dismissal; Antonyms: beginning, start, commencement
Etymology
From Latin 'terminare' (to end). The suffix '-ation' indicates a noun of action or state.
Memory Tips
Think of the movie 'The Terminator' – a character who brings things to an end.