ultimatum
/ˌʌltɪˈmeɪtəm/
CEFR level C1Topic SocietyWord #6759 in the learning path
最后通牒
Definitions
n. a final demand threatening consequences if it is not accepted
最后通牒
Example
The coach gave us an ultimatum: attend practice or leave.
教练向我们下了最后通牒：参加训练，否则离队。
The council issued an ultimatum requiring the factory to improve waste treatment or face closure.
市政委员会下达了最后通牒，要求工厂改善废物处理，否则将被关闭。
Collocations
- issue an ultimatum
- give someone an ultimatum
- reject an ultimatum
Usage tip
常用give someone an ultimatum；复数常为ultimatums。
FAQ
- What does ultimatum mean?
- a final demand threatening consequences if it is not accepted
- How is ultimatum pronounced?
- UK /ˌʌltɪˈmeɪtəm/, US /ˌʌltɪˈmeɪtəm/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
