Synonyms & related words for severance

Find synonyms, related words, and the definition of severance — including separation. Dendril is a free visual thesaurus that shows them on an interactive map where stronger matches sit closer to the center — no signup, no ads.

Words related to severance

Explore words related to severance — words associated with it, words that go with it, and its nearest matches in meaning. Related words include severing, layoff, rupture, termination, compensation, unyoking, retrenchment, breach. Click any word to make it the center of the map and keep exploring the web of connections.

Synonyms for severance

Common synonyms for severance include separation — words that share a close meaning. Hover or tap any word on the map for its definition and part of speech.

Where does severance come from?

The word severance breaks down into one root of Latin origin: the root sever-, from Latin paro (“prepare, make ready”). Explore each root to see other English words built from the same source.