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UK//faɪəd//US//faɪrd//

Meaning of Fired

To dismiss someone from their job.

In simple words: To lose a job suddenly.

Fired in a sentence

  • He was fired from his job after the incident.
  • Being fired can be very stressful for employees.
  • She was unexpectedly fired during the company restructure.
  • After repeated warnings, he was finally fired.
  • The manager decided to fire three employees for poor performance.

How to use Fired

Typically used in work contexts. More formal uses include 'terminated' or 'dismissed'. Avoid using in casual conversation.

Grammar pattern

fired + object

Memory hint

Think of ‘fire’ as a sudden explosion, representing a sudden job loss.

Related words

Collocations with Fired

  • get fired
  • be fired
  • fired from a job
  • wrongfully fired

Synonyms for Fired

  • terminated
  • dismissed
  • let go
  • released

Opposites of Fired

  • hired
  • employed
  • recruited

Common mistakes with Fired

  • Confusing with 'hired' which means to be given a job.
  • Using it incorrectly in the past form (e.g., 'fire' instead of 'fired').

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Frequently asked questions about Fired

What does Fired mean?

To lose a job suddenly.

What is the definition of Fired?

To dismiss someone from their job.

How do you use Fired in a sentence?

He was fired from his job after the incident.

Can you give another example of Fired?

Being fired can be very stressful for employees.

What are synonyms for Fired?

Common alternatives include terminated, dismissed, let go, released.

What is the opposite of Fired?

Opposite meanings include hired, employed, recruited.

What words go with Fired?

It commonly pairs with get fired, be fired, fired from a job, wrongfully fired.

What are common mistakes when using Fired?

Confusing with 'hired' which means to be given a job. Using it incorrectly in the past form (e.g., 'fire' instead of 'fired').

How do you pronounce Fired?

US: //faɪrd//, UK: //faɪəd//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Fired?

Typically used in work contexts. More formal uses include 'terminated' or 'dismissed'. Avoid using in casual conversation.