Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

exodus

noun

/ˈɛksədəs/

Definition

A journey away from a place, especially a mass departure of people.

Examples

The exodus of refugees from the war-torn region led to significant humanitarian efforts.
During the festival, there was a large exodus of visitors heading to the nearby mountains.

Meaning

The term ‘exodus’ often refers to the large-scale movement of groups of people from one location to another, typically in search of safety, better living conditions, or freedom.