Terminated Definition & Meaning

terminated
adjective
  1. having come or been brought to a conclusion; "the harvesting was complete"; "the affair is over, ended, finished"; "the abruptly terminated interview"
  2. (of e.g. a contract or term of office) having come to an end

"Terminated" in song lyrics

See how terminated is used in real songs:

  • "All perpetrators will be terminated"
    Donald-D — On Tour
  • "All perpetrators should be terminated"
    Donald-D — Dope Jam
  • "As you know many more lives are terminated"
    MF Grimm — 10 Years Later

Usage tips for "terminated"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "terminated" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for terminated to find words that pair well.

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