expulsion

/ɛksˈpluːʒən/

Definitions

1. noun

The act of forcing someone to leave a place, organization, or community, often as a penalty or punishment.

“The student’s expulsion from the university was met with widespread disapproval from the community.”

2. noun

The act of driving or removing someone or something from a place or position.

“The company’s expulsion of the toxic employee improved its overall morale and productivity.”

3. noun

A person or thing that is expelled or forced to leave.

“The refugees were a result of the government’s expulsion of minority groups.”

4. verb

To drive or remove someone or something from a place or position.

“The new management was determined to expulsion the old, inefficient systems.”

5. verb

To force someone to leave a place, organization, or community.

“The school board voted to expulsion the student for his behavior.”

Synonyms

  • banishment
  • dismissal
  • ouster
  • ousting

Antonyms

  • acceptance
  • admission
  • inclusion