Ultimatum Meaning
/ˌʌl.tɪˈmeɪ.təm/Definition, CEFR level C1, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
nounA final statement of terms or conditions made by one party to another, especially one that expresses a threat of reprisal or war if the terms are not met before some specified date and time.
nounAn intended final statement of terms or conditions made by one party to another in a negotiation.
Sentence Examples
A deadline was included in the ultimatum.
Dan gave Linda an ultimatum.
The People set an ultimatum for the government at the protest.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The boss gave the employee an ____ to finish the work by Friday or be fired.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The workers gave the company an ____, stating that they would go on strike if their demands were not met soon today.
Word Origin & History
From Latin ultimatus (“late, last final”), from Latin ultimus (“extreme, last, furthest, farthest, final”).
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The boss gave the employee an ____ to finish the work by Friday or be fired.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The workers gave the company an ____, stating that they would go on strike if their demands were not met soon today.