Termination
/ˌtɜːrmɪˈneɪʃən/
Definitions
2 meaningsThe act of ending something; the end or conclusion of something.
/ˌtɜːrmɪˈneɪʃən/
The act of ending something.
The termination of the lease agreement was scheduled for next month.
💡 Simply: Imagine you're playing a game and it's over. Termination is the moment the game stops, whether it's a contract, a project, or someone's job.
👶 For kids: It's when something stops, like when a game is over or when your school day finishes.
More Examples
The company announced the termination of several employees due to budget cuts.
The judge ruled for the termination of the trial due to a mistrial.
How It's Used
"The termination of the contract was effective immediately."
"The termination of parental rights requires a court order."
"His termination from the company came as a surprise."
The state of being brought to an end.
/ˌtɜːrmɪˈneɪʃən/
The state of being terminated.
The termination of the employment contract was a difficult process.
💡 Simply: It's the 'being done' part – like when your work project finally reaches its termination, meaning it's finished.
👶 For kids: It's like when something stops, and it's now over. It's a state of being done.
More Examples
The termination of his membership was due to his violation of the rules.
The termination of the program was unexpected by many members.
How It's Used
"The terms of termination were clearly stated in the agreement."
"The termination of military service is a significant life event."
Synonyms & Antonyms
Idioms & expressions
termination pay
Payment given to an employee upon termination of employment.
"The employee received a generous termination pay package."
mutual termination
An agreement between parties to end a contract or arrangement.
"The companies reached a mutual termination of the joint venture."
From Latin *terminatio*, from *terminare* 'to end, limit', from *terminus* 'end, boundary'.
Used in legal and business contexts since the late 18th century, its usage increasing with the rise of contract law and corporate structures.
Memory tip
Think of a movie's end credits; it signifies the termination of the film.
Word Origin
"end, boundary"