Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
walkaway
noun
/ˈwɔː.kə.weɪ/
Definition
An act of leaving a situation, especially as a refusal to continue or engage.
Examples
- After the argument, she decided to take a walkaway and not let it bother her anymore.
- His walkaway from the deal surprised everyone at the meeting.
Meaning
The term ‘walkaway’ can refer to a physical act of stepping away from an event, or it can denote a metaphorical departure from a conflict or relationship, often indicating a decision to not invest further effort or emotion.
Synonyms
- departure
- exit
- retreat
- disengagement
