expatriate

/ɛksˈpætriˌeɪt/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who has left their native country to live in another country.

“Many expatriates return to their home country after a few years abroad.”

2. verb

To leave one’s native country to live in another.

“She will expatriate to Paris next year for work.”

3. adjective

Relating to or characteristic of people who have left their native country.

“The expatriate community in the city is very vibrant.”

Synonyms

  • diasporic
  • emigre

Antonyms

  • nationalist
  • patriot