Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
massive-exodus
noun
/ˈmæsɪv ˈɛksədəs/
Definition
A large-scale departure of people from a particular place.
Examples
- Following the disaster, there was a massive exodus of residents from the affected areas.
- The government’s policies led to a massive exodus of skilled workers seeking better opportunities abroad.
- In recent years, many countries have experienced a massive exodus of refugees fleeing conflict.
Meaning
Massive exodus refers to the phenomenon where a significant number of individuals leave a location, often due to adverse conditions or circumstances such as political instability, war, or natural disasters.
Synonyms
- mass departure
- large-scale migration
- population flight