decamp

/dɪˈkæmp/

Definitions

1. verb

to leave a place, especially a camp or a town, especially suddenly or secretly; to leave a job or a position

“The army decamped from the campsite and moved to a new location.”

2. noun

a sudden or secret departure, especially by an army or a group of people

“The decamp of the soldiers was a surprise to the enemy.”

Synonyms

  • abandon
  • depart
  • leave

Antonyms

  • arrive
  • settle