Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
eviction
noun
/ɪˈvɪkʃən/
Definition
The legal process of removing a tenant from rental property.
Examples
- The landlord initiated the eviction process after months of unpaid rent.
- Eviction can be a lengthy legal battle for both tenants and landlords.
- After the eviction, the family had to quickly find a new place to live.
Meaning
Eviction refers to the act of legally forcing someone to leave a property they are renting. This process usually occurs when a tenant violates the terms of their lease agreement or fails to pay rent.
Synonyms
- dispossession
- removal
- exile
