Dissolution
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˌdɪsəˈl(j)uːʃən/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Dissolution is a noun meaning The termination of an organized body or legislative assembly, especially a formal dismissal.
Meaning
The termination of an organized body or legislative assembly, especially a formal dismissal.
More Meanings
- Disintegration, or decomposition into fragments.
- Dissolving, or going into solution.
- The quality of being dissolute.
Example Sentences
He led a life of dissolution, drinking and gambling almost daily.
The whole fabric dries up, or becomes putrid; and, in both cases, sooner or later, tends to a dissolution.
On August 16, 2014, a 24-year-old male programmer posted a more than 9,000-word tirade about the dissolution of his relationship with video game developer Zoë Quinn.
Word Forms
- dissolutions
Synonyms for dissolution
Depending on context, synonyms include abolition, disestablishment, dissipation, disintegration, licentiousness, profligacy.
Antonyms for dissolution
Common opposites include establishment, foundation.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include breakup, adjournment, disintegration, dissipation, profligacy, licentiousness.
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