noun
Uncommon
dissolution
dih-suh-LOO-shuhn
Dissolution (noun) means the formal ending of an organization, agreement, or assembly. Example: “The dissolution of the marriage was finalized in court.”
noun
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The formal ending of an organization, agreement, or assembly.
"The dissolution of the marriage was finalized in court."
"Parliament faced dissolution ahead of the general election."
"Disagreements over money led to the dissolution of the band after many years together."
How to use dissolution
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe formal act of ending or breaking up something, like a marriage, partnership, or government body.
Common pairings
dissolution of parliament
dissolution of marriage
lead to dissolution
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Word forms
- Plural
- dissolutions
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Etymology
From Latin dissolutio, "a loosening, breaking up," from dissolvere.
Synonyms
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disbandment
termination
breakup
adjournment
dissolving
profligacy
licentiousness
looseness
dissipation
disintegration
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Rhymes for dissolution
region
ablation
allusion
emulsion
ideation
novation
diffusion
elocution
extension
oxidation
perfusion
selection
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Frequently asked questions
What does “dissolution” mean?
The word “dissolution” means the formal ending of an organization, agreement, or assembly. In plain terms, the formal act of ending or breaking up something, like a marriage, partnership, or government body.
How do you pronounce “dissolution”?
“Dissolution” is pronounced dih-suh-LOO-shuhn (/ˌdɪsəˈluʃən/ in IPA).
How do you use “dissolution” in a sentence?
Here is “dissolution” used in a sentence: “The dissolution of the marriage was finalized in court.”
What part of speech is “dissolution”?
“Dissolution” is a noun.
Where does the word “dissolution” come from?
The word “dissolution” comes from Latin. From Latin dissolutio, "a loosening, breaking up," from dissolvere.
Is “dissolution” a common word?
“Dissolution” is an uncommon word in modern English.
What is the difference between dissolution and disbandment?
Dissolution refers to the formal, often legal ending of an organization, agreement, or assembly, such as the dissolution of a marriage or a company. Disbandment is a more general term for a group breaking up or being disbanded, which does not always involve formal legal procedures.
How is dissolution used in a legal or business context?
In legal and business contexts, dissolution describes the formal termination of an entity such as a partnership, corporation, or marriage, often following a specific legal process. Phrases like "dissolution of parliament" or "dissolution of a contract" refer to the official ending of that body or agreement.
Is dissolution only used for organizations, or can it apply to other things?
While dissolution most commonly describes the formal ending of an organization, agreement, or assembly, it can also refer to a marriage or partnership coming to a legal end. In each case, the word implies a formal or official conclusion rather than an informal breakup.
