Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
mass-exodus
noun
/mæs ˈɛksədəs/
Definition
A mass-exodus refers to a large-scale departure of people from a particular place.
Examples
- After the announcement of the impending storm, there was a mass-exodus of residents from the coastal towns.
- The conflict led to a mass-exodus of refugees seeking safety in neighboring countries.
- The economic recession triggered a mass-exodus of workers from the city looking for better opportunities elsewhere.
Meaning
It typically describes a situation where many individuals leave an area simultaneously, often due to urgent circumstances such as war, disaster, or economic hardship.
Synonyms
- exodus
- departure
- flight
- migration
