Word bank

Improve your reading skills, Memorize words and practice vocabulary

Memorized by 0+ users

severance

/ˈsɛv.ɜː(ɹ)n̩s/

Meanings
  • Noun

    The act of cutting something, such as an employment relationship, suddenly and completely.

    - "After the merger, many employees were given severance packages."
    - "The company offered severance to all employees affected by the plant closure."
  • Noun

    The money or other benefits given to an employee when they are let go from a job.

    - "The severance package included a month's salary for each year of service."
    - "The employee signed a severance agreement waiving the right to sue the company."

Synonyms

separation , severance pay , severance payment
Rhymes
Words rhyming with severance
remuneration , station , nation
Variants
List of all variants of severance that leads to same result
severance , severances , severance pay , severance pays , severance tax , severance taxes , severance package
Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

From the Middle English word 'severen', meaning 'to cut off'.


Trivia
Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word
  1. The term 'severance package' is also known as a 'golden parachute'.

  2. In some cases, severance can be negotiated before an employee is let go.


Related Concepts
informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to
  1. Retirement: Retirement is the withdrawal from one's occupation or profession. It is often associated with severance, as both involve the end of an employment relationship.

  2. Unemployment: Unemployment is the state of being without a job. Severance can provide financial support during this period.


Culture
Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.

Severance is a common practice in business and industry when employees are let go due to downsizing, restructuring, or other reasons. It is intended to provide financial and emotional support to the affected employees during the transition period.

How to Memorize "severance"

  1. visualize

    - Visualize a sharp blade cutting through a rope or a relationship, symbolizing the act of severance.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'severance' with the idea of a clean break or a fresh start.

  3. mnemonics

    - Remember the word 'severance' as 'sever-an-ance', emphasizing the idea of cutting something off.


Memorize "severance" using Dictozo

The best and recommended way to memorize severance is, by using Dictozo. Just save the word in Dictozo extension and let the app handle the rest. It enhances the memorization process in two ways:

  1. Highlighting:

    Whenever users encounters the saved word on a webpage, Dictozo highlights it, drawing the user's attention and reinforcing memorization.

  2. Periodic Reminders:

    Dictozo will send you periodic reminders to remind you the saved word, it will ask you quiz. These reminders could be in the form of notifications or emails, prompting users to recall and reinforce their knowledge.