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Synonyms of terminate

6 similar words · 1 opposite word

Another word for terminate is fire. Other synonyms of terminate are axe, discontinue, stop, break off and sack. The opposite of terminate is continue.

Synonyms and similar words for terminate

verbTo end the employment contract of an employee; to fire, lay off.

  • axeTo lay off, terminate or drastically reduce, especially in a rough or ruthless manner; to cancel.

verbTo end incompletely.

verbMore synonyms

  • fireTo terminate the employment contract of (an employee), especially for cause (such as misconduct, incompetence, or poor...
  • sackTo discharge from a job or position; to fire.

Opposite of terminate

verbAntonym(s) of “to end incompletely”.

Meaning of terminate

  1. verb To end something, especially when left in an incomplete state.
  2. verb To conclude.
  3. verb To set or be a limit or boundary to.

Full definition of terminate

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Questions about synonyms of terminate

What is another word for terminate?
Terminate has 6 synonyms on Word.ws, such as fire, axe, discontinue, stop, break off and sack.
What is the opposite of terminate?
The opposite of terminate is continue.
What does terminate mean?
Terminate means to end something, especially when left in an incomplete state.

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