Search
Select the dictionary language
to dismiss
01
to disregard something as unimportant or unworthy of consideration
Transitive: to dismiss sth
Examples
She regularly dismisses suggestions that deviate from the established plan.
It 's important not to dismiss the concerns of others without proper consideration.
02
to remove someone from their job or position, typically due to poor performance
Transitive: to dismiss sb
Examples
The company decided to dismiss several employees due to budget constraints.
After a thorough investigation, the school board dismissed the teacher for violating the code of conduct.
03
to refuse to further hear or consider a case, typically due to a lack of legal merit
Transitive: to dismiss a case
Examples
The judge decided to dismiss the lawsuit because the plaintiff failed to provide sufficient evidence.
The appellate court opted to dismiss the appeal, citing the appellant's failure to adhere to procedural requirements.
04
to remove or expel an idea, thought, concern, etc. from one's mind
Transitive: to dismiss an idea or thought
Examples
Despite his initial worries, he managed to dismiss the doubts from his mind.
She tried to dismiss the negative comments from her thoughts and stay positive about her performance.
05
to order or permit someone or something to leave
Transitive: to dismiss sb
Examples
The teacher dismissed the students early from class as a reward for their hard work.
The manager dismissed the employees for the day after completing their assigned tasks.
Lexical Tree
dismissible
dismissive
dismiss
miss
