Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

self-imposed exile

noun

/ˌsɛlf ɪmˈpoʊzd ˈɛksaɪl/

Definition

A state of voluntary absence from one’s home or country, often chosen to escape from social, political, or personal circumstances.

Examples

After the scandal, the politician went into self-imposed exile to avoid public scrutiny.
Many writers and artists have chosen self-imposed exile to find inspiration in a different culture.
His self-imposed exile lasted for several years until he felt ready to return.

Meaning

Self-imposed exile refers to the act of someone choosing to live away from their homeland or community as a result of personal choice rather than forced displacement.