Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
levant
verb
/ˈlɛ.vənt/
Definition
to rise or leave quickly; often used in the context of departing suddenly.
Examples
1. After catching a glimpse of the authorities, the thief decided to levant into the night.
2. When the storm approached, the sailors knew it was time to levant and seek shelter.
3. She didn’t say goodbye and simply levant at the first opportunity.
Meaning
The term ‘levant’ typically refers to the act of leaving or fleeing from a place, especially when done in a sudden and unexpected manner. In historical contexts, it can also pertain to certain regions in the Eastern Mediterranean.
Synonyms
- flee
- depart
- abscond
- leave
