ultimatum

Definitions

A final demand or statement of terms, the rejection of which will result in retaliation or a breakdown in relations.

A final proposal or statement of conditions.

Examples

The manager gave the employees an ultimatum: either finish the project by Friday or face immediate termination.

She issued an ultimatum to her landlord, stating that if the repairs were not made, she would move out.

The government rejected the rebel group's ultimatum, refusing to negotiate under such harsh conditions.

Synonyms

demand warning threat finality edict diktat challenge

Antonyms

negotiation compromise agreement suggestion request invitation discussion