Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

deportee

noun
[dee-pawr-tee]
Definition
A person who is expelled or removed from a country, often for legal reasons.
Examples
  • The government issued a deportation order for the deportee who overstayed his visa.
  • Many deportees experience hardships upon returning to their home countries.
Meaning
A deportee is someone who has been forced to leave a country, typically due to violations of immigration laws or other legal issues. This term is commonly used in contexts involving immigration enforcement and human rights.
Synonyms
  • Exile
  • Outcast
  • Refugee (in certain contexts)