banishment

The word “banishment” has 3 syllables: ban-ish-ment

It's pronounced as /ˈbænɪʃmənt/

What is synonym and antonym for banishment?

In the thesaurus, “banishment” has 21 synonyms and 5 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for banishment along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for banishment

deportation
diaspora
dismissal
dispersion
displacement
dispossession
ejection
emigration
ethnic cleansing
evacuation
exile
expatriation
expulsion
extradition
migration
ostracism
ouster
relegation
removal
scattering
transportation

Antonyms for banishment

immigration
inclusion
repatriation
return
welcoming

Meanings of banishment

noun
1. The act of banishing.
2. The state of being banished, exile.

Example Sentences

The knight faced banishment for disobeying the king's orders.
Her banishment from the community was a harsh but necessary decision.
The story revolves around the hero's banishment and subsequent journey for redemption.
The punishment for his crime was banishment to a remote island.
The villagers rejoiced at the banishment of the evil sorcerer.

On this page you'll find 26 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to banishment, such as: deportation, diaspora, dismissal, dispersion, displacement, dispossession, ejection.

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