Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
the-exodus
noun
/ðe ˈɛksədəs/
Definition
The act of leaving a place in large numbers, often used to describe a significant departure of a group of people.
Examples
- During the exodus, thousands of people left the war-torn region in search of safety.
- The exodus of the population from the city led to a significant decrease in economic activity.
- In literature, the exodus often symbolizes a quest for freedom or a new beginning.
Meaning
Typically refers to a mass departure or migration, particularly in historical or biblical contexts.
Synonyms
- departure
- migration
- withdrawal
- leave
- flight
