walkout

/ˈwɔːkˌaʊt/

Definitions

1. noun

a sudden exit from a place, especially a work stoppage by employees in protest or disagreement

“The students organized a walkout to protest the new school policy.”

2. noun

a group of people who leave a place together, especially in protest

“The walkout of the union workers disrupted the entire production process.”

3. verb

to leave a place suddenly, especially in protest or disagreement

“The employees walked out when they learned about the new working conditions.”

Synonyms

  • boycott
  • demonstration
  • protest
  • strike

Antonyms

  • assembly
  • gathering
  • reunion