severance
noun/ˈsɛvərəns/
Frequency rank: #11,078 most common English word
Meaning
The action of ending a connection or relationship; also, compensation given to an employee upon dismissal.
Example sentence
After losing his job, he received severance pay to help him through the transition.
Synonyms & related words
- compensation
- payout
- settlement
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