diaspora

/daɪˈæspərə/

Definitions

1. noun

The dispersal of people from an original homeland or country to other parts of the world, often involuntarily, and their resulting settlement in foreign lands.

“The Greek diaspora has a significant impact on the culture and economy of the countries where they reside.”

Synonyms

  • dispersion
  • exile
  • expatriation
  • immigration

Antonyms

  • concentration
  • congregation