termination

noun

ter·​mi·​na·​tion ˌtər-mə-ˈnā-shən 

1

: end in time or existence : conclusion

the termination of life

2

: the last part of a word

especially : an inflectional ending

3

: the act of terminating

4

: a limit in space or extent : bound

5

: outcome, result

terminational

ˌtər-mə-ˈnā-sh(ə-)nəl 

adjective

Synonyms of termination

• limitation
• limit
• end
• confines
• boundary
• line

Examples of termination in a Sentence

The law protects against unfair contract termination.

the termination of a lease

an early termination of the contract

The company noted over 300 terminations last quarter.

Are there plans for the termination of unproductive employees?

Recent Examples on the Web

Other options include pregnancy termination and neonatal treatment intended to prolong life. — Arkansas Online, 3 Oct. 2026

Then, after an initial rash of antisemitic posts on Twitter in late 2022, West and his lifestyle company, Yeezy, saw the termination of sponsorships and partnerships with Vogue, Universal Music Group, CAA, Balenciaga, Gap and Adidas. — Kevin Dolak, HollywoodReporter, 2 Oct. 2026

An employer’s explanation may be considered alongside records created before the termination. — William Jones, Sacbee.com, 2 Oct. 2026

The lead detective on the case was placed on administrative leave pending termination, the couple was told. — Kate Payne, Miami Herald, 30 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 5

Phrases Containing termination

• pre-termination

Rhymes for termination

• abdication
• aberration
• abjuration
• abnegation
• abrogation
• acceptation
• acclamation
• acclimation
• accusation
• activation
• actuation
• acylation

Medical Definition

termination

noun

ter·​mi·​na·​tion ˌtər-mə-ˈnā-shən 

: an end or ending of something

especially : a distal end of an anatomical part