B2verbformalworklaw
US/ˈtɜːr.mə.neɪt/
UK/ˈtɜː.mɪ.neɪt/
to end something, or to make something stop, often officially
In context
The company terminated his contract after the project failed.
You can terminate the service at any time by sending an email.
This train terminates at the central station after midnight.
Words that go with terminate
verb + noun
- terminate a contractEither side may terminate a contract with one month's notice.
- terminate employmentThe firm may terminate employment for serious misconduct.
- terminate an agreementThey agreed to terminate the agreement early.
- terminate the servicePlease terminate the service if you move abroad.
adverb + verb
- immediately terminateThe bank will immediately terminate the account.
verb + preposition
- terminate atThe bus route terminates at the airport.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
terminate the workCorrect: finish the work