expel

/ɛksˈpɛl/

Definitions

1. verb

to dismiss or remove someone from a place or position, often for misconduct or wrongdoing

“The student was expelled from school for cheating on the exam.”

2. verb

to drive or force something out of a place or position

“The strong wind expelled the fog from the valley.”

3. noun

the act of removing or dismissing someone from a place or position

“The expulsion of the student from school was a difficult decision.”

4. noun

a person or thing that is removed or dismissed from a place or position

“The expelled student was forced to leave the school campus.”

Synonyms

  • banish
  • dismiss
  • oust
  • remove

Antonyms

  • admit
  • allow
  • retain
  • tolerate