Meaning & Definition of word "Dissolution"

Dissolution

/ˌdɪsəˈluːʃən/

1. The act or process of dissolving or breaking up into parts; the termination of something.
- Example: The dissolution of the partnership left many questions about the future of the business.
2. The state of being dissolved, especially in a financial or legal context.
- Example: The dissolution of the company was officially announced in a press release.
3. A formal ending or termination of a legislative session or a formal group.
- Example: The dissolution of the assembly was met with mixed reactions among the members.
4. A process in chemistry in which a solute forms a solution in a solvent.
- Example: The dissolution of salt in water creates a saline solution.

From Latin 'dissolutio', from 'dissolvere' (to loosen or break apart).

dissolution of marriage:

The legal process of terminating a marriage.

dissolution of partnership:

The legal process of ending a partnership agreement.

dissolution of parliament:

The formal ending of a parliamentary session, often leading to new elections.

dissolve:

To cause to become liquid or to break down.

disband:

To break up or terminate an association.

breakup:

The end of a relationship or organization.

Meaning: A breakup or the end of a relationship.

Example Sentence: They had a nasty dissolution after years of dating.

Meaning: The process of having a party end abruptly.

Example Sentence: The dissolution of the party happened when the police showed up.