terminate
/ˈtɜːrmɪneɪt/
ter · mi · nate
ˈtɜːr · mɪ · neɪt
English Definition
v. bring to an end
Significado en Español
terminar, finalizar
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
chấm dứt, kết thúc
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Example Sentence
The contract was terminated.
合同被终止了。
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
term(end)+inate
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Which word is the best synonym for “terminate”?
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A
Begin
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B
Delay
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C
End
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D
Support
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C — End.
“terminate” means v. bring to an end
Practice — Sentence Completion (ISEE Verbal)
The company decided to ______ the contract after many complaints.
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A
begin
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B
terminate
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C
extend
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D
renew
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B — terminate.
“terminate” means v. bring to an end
Common questions about “terminate”
What does “terminate” mean?
terminate — v. bring to an end. In Chinese: 终止，结束.
How do you pronounce “terminate”?
terminate is pronounced /ˈtɜːrmɪneɪt/. It breaks into 3 syllables: ter · mi · nate.
How do you use “terminate” in a sentence?
The contract was terminated. (合同被终止了。)
What are synonyms for “terminate”?
end, conclude — all close in meaning to terminate (v. bring to an end).
Is “terminate” an ISEE Lower-level word?
Yes. terminate appears on the iSEE Vocab Lower list, which covers 615 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “terminate”?
term(end)+inate
