C1verb formal 2K

Terminate

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈtɜːmɪneɪt/","/ˈtɜːmɪneɪts/","/ˈtɜːmɪneɪtɪd/","/ˈtɜːmɪneɪtɪŋ/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈtɜːrmɪneɪt/","/ˈtɜːrmɪneɪts/","/ˈtɜːrmɪneɪtɪd/","/ˈtɜːrmɪneɪtɪŋ/"]/

Meaning of Terminate

to end; to make something end

In simple words: To end something or make it stop.

Terminate in a sentence

• Your contract of employment terminates in December.
• The agreement was terminated immediately.
• to terminate a pregnancy (= to perform or have an )
• His contract was abruptly terminated.
• The agreement was lawfully terminated under clause 34.
• This federal intervention effectively terminated the strike.
• This train terminates at London Victoria.

How to use Terminate

Primarily used in legal, business, or technical contexts. Not commonly used in casual conversation. Avoid using in friendly or informal contexts as it may come off as harsh.

Grammar pattern

terminate + object

Memory hint

Think of 'term' as a deadline—when you terminate something, it reaches its end.

Related words

Collocations with Terminate

• abruptly
• prematurely
• immediately
• be entitled to
• decide to
• the decision to terminate something
• the right to terminate something

Synonyms for Terminate

• end
• conclude
• cease
• stop
• finish

Opposites of Terminate

• begin
• start
• continue

Common mistakes with Terminate

• Using 'terminate' instead of 'finish' in informal contexts.
• Confusing with 'terminate' when discussing ongoing situations; it's for ending.
• Mispronouncing as if it has three syllables instead of two.

Frequently asked questions about Terminate

What does Terminate mean?

To end something or make it stop.

What is the definition of Terminate?

to end; to make something end

How do you use Terminate in a sentence?

Your contract of employment terminates in December.

Can you give another example of Terminate?

The agreement was terminated immediately.

What are synonyms for Terminate?

Common alternatives include end, conclude, cease, stop, finish.

What is the opposite of Terminate?

Opposite meanings include begin, start, continue.

What words go with Terminate?

It commonly pairs with abruptly, prematurely, immediately, be entitled to, decide to, the decision to terminate something, the right to terminate something.

What are common mistakes when using Terminate?

Using 'terminate' instead of 'finish' in informal contexts. Confusing with 'terminate' when discussing ongoing situations; it's for ending. Mispronouncing as if it has three syllables instead of two.

How do you pronounce Terminate?

US: /["/ˈtɜːrmɪneɪt/","/ˈtɜːrmɪneɪts/","/ˈtɜːrmɪneɪtɪd/","/ˈtɜːrmɪneɪtɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/ˈtɜːmɪneɪt/","/ˈtɜːmɪneɪts/","/ˈtɜːmɪneɪtɪd/","/ˈtɜːmɪneɪtɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Terminate formal or informal?

"Terminate" is formal, so it fits professional, business, or academic conversations.

When should I use Terminate?

Primarily used in legal, business, or technical contexts. Not commonly used in casual conversation. Avoid using in friendly or informal contexts as it may come off as harsh.

What CEFR level is Terminate?

"Terminate" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.