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How do you spell Demise?

Correct spelling

demise

Remember: DE + MISE like 'dismiss' - sending away from life

Why is demise spelled this way?

From Latin dimittere, to send away. DE (away) + MITTERE (to send). Demise is being sent away from life — departure that admits no return.

Common misspellings of demise

demicedimisedemize

Example

The demise of the old theater marked the end of an era.

Frequently asked questions

How do you spell demise?+
The correct spelling is "demise". Remember: DE + MISE like 'dismiss' - sending away from life
Is it demice or demise?+
The correct spelling is "demise", not "demice".

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