Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

displaced

Adjective

/dɪsˈpleɪst/

Definition

Forced to leave one’s home or usual place of residence.

Examples

The hurricane displaced thousands of residents from their homes.
Many displaced families are currently living in temporary shelters.
The war has resulted in a large number of displaced individuals seeking refuge in neighboring countries.

Meaning

Displaced refers to people or things that have been removed from their original position or location, often due to circumstances beyond their control, such as war, natural disasters, or other forms of upheaval.