Meaning & Definition of word "Dismiss"

Dismiss

/dɪsˈmɪs/

verb:

  • 1. to send away; to allow or cause to leave.
    • Example: The teacher decided to dismiss the students early on the last day of school.
  • 2. to refuse to consider or accept (something) as valid or worthy of attention.
    • Example: She dismissed his argument without giving it much thought.
  • 3. to terminate the employment or position of (someone).
    • Example: After the audit, several employees were dismissed for misconduct.

Etymology

From Latin 'dismissus', past participle of 'dimittere', meaning 'to send away'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

dismiss from consideration:

to disregard or reject something as not important.

dismiss an idea:

to refuse to accept or consider a thought or suggestion.

dismiss someone:

to allow a person to leave or to send them away.

Related Words

termination:

The act of ending something, especially employment.

rejection:

The act of dismissing or refusing.

discharge:

To release someone from a duty or obligation.

Slang Meanings of dismiss

Meaning: Boot

Example Sentence: He got the boot from his job for being late.

Meaning: Call it a day

Example Sentence: After a long meeting, they decided to call it a day and dismissed everyone.