Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

withdrawal

Noun

/wɪðˈdrɔːəl/

Definition

The action of taking something back or removing oneself from a situation.

Examples

The withdrawal of troops from the region was decided after the peace agreement.
She experienced severe withdrawal symptoms after quitting smoking.
The bank charges a fee for early withdrawal from savings accounts.

Meaning

In a general sense, withdrawal refers to the process of pulling back or stepping away from a place or activity. It can also relate to the cessation of participation in a particular behavior, often associated with the effects of stopping an activity, especially regarding substance use.